Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Jobot; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in Salt Lake City to design controls and instrumentation for custom industrial systems. The role involves leading PLC solutions from concept to commissioning and coordinating with engineering, sales, operations, and customers.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of controls experience, strong PLC skills across major platforms, and a deep understanding of electrical schematics, NEC/NFPA standards, and panel design. On-site role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in electrical engineering or related field.
• At least 10+ years of controls engineering experience in OEM or industrial environments.
• Strong PLC programming experience with major platforms.
• Experience designing electrical schematics and control panels.

Responsibilities

• Design controls and instrumentation for custom-engineered industrial systems
• Work directly with Project Engineering, Sales, Operations, panel shops, field service teams, and customers
• Own PLC/control solutions from initial concept through commissioning
• Work with PLC, HMI, instrumentation, VFD, burner management, and process control technologies
• Solve challenging field and application problems rather than repeating the same system
• Identify design improvements and cost-saving opportunities that impact the business

Skills

PLC programming

Electrical control design

Instrumentation and control systems

Field commissioning support

Troubleshooting electrical issues

NEC/NFPA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical & Computer Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

EPLAN

Job description

A bit about us:

We are part of a global environmental solutions organization that designs and delivers highly engineered systems for demanding industrial applications. Our technologies help manufacturers and industrial operators control emissions, improve process performance, meet regulatory requirements, and operate more safely and efficiently.

Our projects combine mechanical equipment, instrumentation, electrical controls, automation, and process engineering to solve complex, real-world challenges for customers across a variety of industrial markets.

Why join us?

In additional to a competitive salary, great benefits, 401k + match...

Job Details

Salary: $125,000 - $135,000 per year

What You'll Do

• Design controls and instrumentation for custom-engineered industrial systems
• Work directly with Project Engineering, Sales, Operations, panel shops, field service teams, and customers
• Own PLC/control solutions from initial concept through commissioning
• Work with a variety of PLC, HMI, instrumentation, VFD, burner management, and process control technologies
• Solve challenging field and application problems rather than repeatedly designing the same system
• Identify design improvements and cost-saving opportunities that directly impact the business

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of controls engineering experience within OEM, custom-engineered equipment, or industrial process environments
• Strong PLC programming experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, GE, and/or Modicon
• Experience designing industrial control panels, electrical schematics, and instrumentation/control systems
• Strong understanding of P&IDs, process controls, VFDs, instrumentation, and industrial electrical systems
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA, and other applicable industrial electrical standards
• Ability to support equipment commissioning and troubleshoot electrical and controls issues in the field

Preferred Experience

• Burner management, combustion controls, or burner safety systems
• Knowledge of NFPA 86, including burner safeties and interlocks
• Honeywell 7800 / Siemens LMV5
• UL 508A experience; MTR qualification is a plus
• Safety PLC and/or HMI programming experience
• AutoCAD Electrical and/or EPLAN experience

Equal Opportunity

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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