Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation and Controls

About the role

Salas O’Brien is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical systems design, particularly in DCS control systems, PLC control systems, low voltage power distribution, networking and communications design, and process controls design within industrial and utility infrastructure spaces.

Job Duties

• Oversee projects from conceptual design through completion, working with other engineers and design team members.
• Leverage an in-depth knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCSs), as well as Safety Instrumented System (SIS) hardware selection, configuration, network architecture design, and software applications.
• Lend engineering expertise to and participate in Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Hazard and Operability (HAZOP), and Safety Integrity Levels (SIL) reviews.
• Design systems in accordance with the National Electric Code (NEC – NFPA70).
• Prepare instrumentation datasheets and maintain an up-to-date instrument list.
• Participate in and support design and/or coordination reviews with clients and other project team members.
• Leverage engineering expertise to support plant construction, commissioning, and start-up projects.
• Collaborate with and support engineers and project managers from a wide array of disciplines across various projects.
• Champion and support professional development through mentoring and training team members.
• Prepare estimates of labor, time, and cost requirements for control system projects.
• Work closely with vendors to support vendor-submitted data for technical reviews and production.
• Oversee assigned project efforts to ensure adherence to budget and schedule.
• Manage and coordinate change management of project scope.

Minimum Qualifications

• A U.S. Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related field, or the foreign degree equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in the design of electrical systems for various types of industrial manufacturing facilities and utility infrastructure spaces.
• Experience with industrial instrumentation and controls.
• Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCSs).
• Possess a Professional Engineering (PE) license or be willing to pursue obtaining your PE.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT is preferred, but not required.