Control & Instrumentation Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Work on a team of experienced EnergyX engineers on projects focused on disruptive materials and engineering systems to fundamentally transform scientific aspects of the energy industry including:
• Design And Development
• Design and build E&I and control systems, including panel wiring, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA development and integration.
• Create and review P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and control schematics.
• Develop data visualization from MySQL databases in platforms such as Ignition, Grafana, or similar.
• Testing And Commissioning
• Conduct factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for control systems.
• Integrate control systems with existing infrastructure and ensure seamless operation.
• Perform commissioning electrical work including sensor addition, sensor validation, and motor wiring.
• Perform general system commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Project Management
• Prepare project documentation, including control narratives, functional specifications, and user manuals.
• Compliance and Standards
• Ensure all instrumentation and control designs comply with industry standards and safety regulations.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in control technology and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in instrumentation and control engineering, in an industrial setting.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, OPTO22, Schneider, or Mitsubishi).
• Strong understanding of process instrumentation, control theory, and automation systems.
• Experience with Ignition software including server commissioning, PLC communication, tag historian, and HMI design.
• Experience with OPC UA and/or Modbus communication protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• 25% travel is required.

Certifications

• NFPA 70E electrical training is required.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with DCS (Distributed Control Systems) and advanced control strategies.
• Familiarity with Linux based server commissioning.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity practices for industrial control systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards such as ISA, IEC, and NFPA.
• Experience with programming languages such as Python, C++, or MATLAB for control applications.
• Certification in control systems or instrumentation (e.g., ISA Certified Control Systems Technician) is a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the commercial direction of a fast-growing energy materials company.
• Competitive pay.
• Healthcare (Health, Dental, Vision).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave.
• Equity Compensation.
• Employer 401K contributions.
• A global platform with exposure to cutting-edge technologies and top-tier customers.

About the Role

• EnergyX is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with EnergyX is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.