Power and Control Systems Engineer

Kforce Inc; Chandler (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kforce Inc. is seeking a licensed Power & Control Systems Engineer in the Phoenix, AZ area. This hybrid/remote‑friendly role focuses on leading the EI&C design for industrial and infrastructure projects from design through commissioning.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electrical/instrumentation & controls design, a valid PE license, and strong skills in P&IDs, PLC/HMI architectures, and standards compliance. Collaboration with PMs, engineers, and contractors is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of electrical and/or instrumentation & controls design experience.
• Active PE license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Lead EI&C design efforts for industrial/infrastructure projects.
• Develop P&IDs, control narratives, logic diagrams, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, and cable schedules.
• Design PLC, HMI, and industrial communication network architectures.
• Provide technical oversight as Engineer of Record and mentor junior engineers.
• Support construction activities including RFIs, submittals, inspections, and commissioning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical design

Project leadership

NEC standards

Reading schematics

Communication

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. Electrical Engineering

Professional Engineer license

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit

Navisworks

SKM PowerTools

ETAP

EasyPower

Bluebeam Revu

MS Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client seeking a licensed Power & Control Systems Engineer to lead the design and development of electrical, instrumentation, and controls (EI&C) systems supporting industrial and infrastructure projects in Phoenix, AZ-hybrid or fully remote considered in target markets. This role will partner with project managers, engineers, designers, contractors, and stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, from design through construction support and commissioning.

• Lead electrical and instrumentation & controls (I&C) design efforts for industrial and infrastructure projects
• Perform power system studies including short circuit, arc flash, coordination, load flow, and motor starting analysis
• Develop P&IDs, control narratives, logic diagrams, wiring diagrams, I/O lists, instrument indexes, and cable schedules
• Design PLC, HMI, and industrial communication network architectures
• Specify electrical equipment, instrumentation, control valves, and control panels
• Apply NEC, NFPA, IEEE, ISA, UL, and other applicable engineering standards
• Serve as Engineer of Record and provide technical oversight of project deliverables
• Conduct QA/QC reviews and ensure design quality standards are met
• Mentor junior engineers and designers while coordinating project priorities
• Support construction activities including RFIs, submittals, shop drawing reviews, inspections, startup, and commissioning
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, vendors, and stakeholders
• Provide field support as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university
• Active Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in good standing
• 5+ years of electrical and/or instrumentation & controls design experience
• Experience applying NEC (NFPA 70) and related industry standards
• Experience leading electrical and controls engineering projects
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, control schematics, I/O diagrams, and network architecture drawings
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to pass background screening, drug screening, and site safety requirements

Technical Skills

• Electrical Design & Power Systems
• Power distribution design
• Short circuit analysis
• Arc flash studies
• Protective device coordination
• Load flow and motor starting studies

Instrumentation & Controls

• Instrumentation design
• PLC/HMI architecture and integration
• Control narratives and sequence of operations
• Control panel design
• Industrial networking concepts

Software & Design Tools

• AutoCAD
• AutoCAD Electrical (preferred)
• Revit and Navisworks (preferred)
• SKM PowerTools, ETAP, or EasyPower (preferred)
• Bluebeam Revu
• Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 (preferred)

Preferred

• Water/wastewater, municipal, utility, industrial, mining, power, or data center project experience
• Engineer of Record experience
• Arc flash and power study experience
• PLC/HMI programming knowledge
• Consulting engineering experience
• Familiarity with mechanical and process systems
• Experience supporting design through construction, startup, and commissioning

Pay Range

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Equal Opportunity

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.