Engineering Technician I

Join a team of highly skilled software programmers and controls engineers, working on projects from initial concepts through full design, construction, and on-site commissioning to ensure fully operational facilities. This role involves constructing one-of-a-kind solutions using various types of control hardware and equipment, from fabrication to installation and commissioning at multiple facilities worldwide. The Engineering Support section includes 6 full-time specialists handling unique and challenging projects, ranging from quick turn-around tasks to large multi-year projects with over 10,000 labor hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform hardware assembly and fabrication of designed systems
• Order control system components based on engineering requirements
• Order instrumentation and sensors based on user or application requirements
• Perform time and cost estimates of fabrication work
• Review hardware assembly and wiring diagrams for control and data acquisition
• Troubleshoot control system software in PLC ladder logic, function block, etc., if needed

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required due to federal project requirements
• Two (2) years of related experience in instrumentation or two (2) years of formal training from a technical/trade school with emphasis in electrical, controls, instrumentation, computer science, or similar discipline
• Ability to learn operational knowledge of assembling, troubleshooting, maintaining controls, data acquisition, or similar areas within the first 90 days of employment
• Experienced in the use of Microsoft Windows-based PCs
• Ability to read and interpret electrical controls and instrumentation wiring diagrams, technical literature, and manufacturer's specifications (or demonstrate ability to learn within the first 90 days)
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Strong time management and organizational skills with ability to adapt to a changing work environment

Essential Functions and Work Environment

• Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Maneuvering in and around facility equipment for field measurements or troubleshooting (10%-20%)
• Proximity to extreme temperature variations and rotating equipment
• Exposure to high noise levels (10%-20%)
• Proximity to electrical circuits up to 161kVAC (5%-15%)
• Use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including eye protection, hearing protection, arc flash protection, shock protection, etc. (5%-15%)
• Work environment: Office, lab, or indoors on a construction site (>80%), field work outside (10%-20%)
• Travel to company offices, customer sites for meetings, installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting (>20%)

Equipment and Machines Involved

• General office equipment (>60%)
• Power Distribution devices such as Transformers, Switchgear, Motor Control Centers (MCCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs), servo drives, industrial instrumentation, data acquisition measurement systems, etc. (>50%)
• Multimeters (5%-15%)
• Signal generators and Oscilloscopes (5%-15%)

Schedule

• Work hours: Monday through Thursday, 7:30am to 5:15pm, and Friday, 7:30am to 11:30am
• Overtime to meet project schedules and milestones (10%-20%)
• Field work attendance and punctuality is critical

Pay

$40,000 - $60,000 per year. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements.