Controls & Systems Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join our innovative engineering team. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and implement instrumentation and control systems for various industrial applications, contributing to disruptive materials and engineering systems that transform the energy industry.

Responsibilities

• Design and build electrical, instrumentation, and control (E&I) systems, including panel wiring, PLC programming, HMI development, and SCADA integration.
• Develop instrumentation specifications and selection criteria for projects.
• Create and review P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams) and control schematics.
• Develop data visualization from MySQL databases using platforms such as Ignition, Grafana, or similar.
• 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, validation, and motor wiring.
• Execute system commissioning, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare project documentation, including control narratives, functional specifications, and user manuals.
• 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.
• NFPA 70E electrical training is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Healthcare (Health, Dental, Vision) with employer contribution.
• PTO and Sick Leave.
• Equity Compensation.
• Employer 401K contributions.