Jobs · Engineering · New York

Entry Level Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, Physics Engineer for Controls PLC programing

Quest Global · Schenectady, NY · 2 wk ago
Engineering$65k–$75k/yrFull-time

About the role

Quest Global is an organization at the forefront of innovation and one of the world’s fastest growing engineering services firms with deep domain knowledge and recognized expertise in the top OEMs across seven industries. We are a twenty‑five‑year‑old company on a journey to becoming a centenary one, driven by aspiration, hunger and humility. We look for humble geniuses who believe engineering can make the impossible possible, innovators inspired by technology and driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a diverse team of engineers we engineer a brighter future for all.

Responsibilities

  • Work with a team of Mechanical, Electrical, Thermal and Network engineers in developing control systems.
  • Program and test control logic for industrial systems using simulations to represent real‑world operational conditions of electrical power plants.
  • Program controllers such as Arduino, Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE Vie or any industrial controllers with HMI interface.
  • Apply working knowledge of instrumentation circuits (e.g., thermocouples, pressure transmitters).
  • Read logic diagrams and program ladder logic from them.
  • Review wiring diagrams for instrumentation installations.
  • Interpret P&ID/Electrical Schematics and apply basic instrumentation experience.
  • Collaborate with design engineers of various disciplines to develop control system requirements.
  • Support Field Engineering Services in technical resolution of field problems.
  • Provide input to quality assurance on projects.
  • Review and interpret customer specifications on mechanical systems.
  • Demonstrate operational knowledge of Steam or Gas Turbine Power Plants.
  • Interpret functional requirements and translate them into control logic.

Requirements

  • Entry‑level Mechanical, Electrical, or Physics Engineer focused on Controls PLC programming.
  • Ability to commute to the work location with own transportation to meet required working hours.
  • Full‑time position; flexible/hybrid work options available per company policy.

Qualifications

  • Preferred hands‑on experience programming controllers (GE Mark V, VI, VIe series turbine control and Cimplicity HMI software or other industry‑related controllers).
  • Experience working in industrial controls or power generation industry.
  • Fundamental understanding of Steam Turbine and Power Plant construction.
  • Technical skills in engineering design and construction practices.
  • Proven team player with solid cooperation, flexibility, and demonstrated capacity to learn complex information quickly.
  • Field experience with related equipment.
  • Strong organizational/project execution skills and prior success working with or leading cross‑functional teams.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence and lead others.
  • Passion for continuous learning and for how systems work.

Skills

  • Programming controllers (Arduino, Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE Vie, etc.) with HMI interface.
  • Working knowledge of instrumentation circuits (thermocouples, pressure transmitters).
  • Reading logic diagrams and programming ladder logic.
  • Reviewing wiring diagrams for instrumentation installs.
  • Interpreting P&ID/Electrical Schematics and applying basic instrumentation.
  • Collaborating across disciplines to develop control system requirements.
  • Supporting field engineering and providing QA input.
  • Interpreting customer specifications on mechanical systems.
  • Operational knowledge of steam or gas turbine power plants.
  • Translating functional requirements into control logic.

Benefits

  • 401(k) plan
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Pay

$65,000 – $75,000 per year (compensation based on experience, skills, education, and other job‑related factors).

Schedule

Flexible work options, including hybrid arrangements, to support the role and align with company policies.

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