Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Responsibilities

• Install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain PLC hardware and software, control devices and monitoring equipment.
• Adjust and tune control loops; modify and build HMI graphic screens and alarms.
• Modify and install MIS equipment.
• Lead automation initiatives.
• Project management of process improvement initiatives including both electrical/instrumentation focused as well as other capital projects.

Essential Responsibilities

• Primarily responsible for the troubleshooting, repair and programming of various control systems at the WH and WS sites.
• Develop and write ladder logic and graphical interfaces for both the plants’ PLC and control computers.
• Develop documentation and narratives for control programming and process/safety interlocks.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies.
• Provide training and support to ensure proper implementation of instrumentation and control (I&C) initiatives.
• Responsible for the troubleshooting, repair, and installation of process devices including but not limited to: variable speed drives, encoders, process probes, power supplies, and control valves.
• Responsible for the troubleshooting of various plant instrumentation (temperature, flow, pressure, level, etc.) components.
• Design and implement projects involving information systems such as site security, information networks, phone networks, and personal computers.
• Create and update standard operation procedures or work instructions involving process control system or HMI interfaces.
• Create automated reports using PLC/HMI software.
• Maintain and improve site security and IT systems, as supplemental in-the-field support to Corporate IT.
• Conform to the Valtris Quality and Environmental, Health, Safety and Security policies and awareness of ISO 9001 and RC14001 management system requirements applicable to this position.
• Perform duties in a manner that protects personal safety as well as the safety of all personnel on site.
• Promptly report Safety, Health or Environmental incidents or issues to management so the situation can be corrected.
• Effectively execute projects, balancing cost, quality, and schedule constraints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Instrumentation or Electrical Engineering.
• 2-4 years of Instrumentation, process controls, and HMI systems experience.
• Field work training/experience related to instrumentation, controls, and electrical systems, preferred.
• Ability to respond to call-outs, and the flexibility to work extended hours onsite and/or remotely during weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to read electrical schematics, P&IDs, ladder diagrams, technical manuals and maintain the associated documentation.
• Must be competent or willing to learn in information systems such as site security, computer networks, phone networks, and personal computers applications.
• Must have understanding of various PLC control and HMI systems.
• Must be able to develop or learn to develop PLC code and graphical interfaces for the plant SCADA systems.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving ability.
• Strong work planning and organizational skills required.

Physical Requirements

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of electronic office equipment – computer, printer, radio, phone.
• At times, prolonged periods of sitting at desk working on computer/workstation and on calls.
• May occasionally need to lift up to 25 pounds.
• May occasionally need to bend, stoop, reach and/or twist at the waist.
• Ability based upon position and need to perform duties/visit/walk through a manufacturing environment with the following conditions; chemical and mechanical operations, dust and fumes, working within safe but near proximity to forklift and machine operations, exposure to heat and humidity, hearing or talking around loud machinery.
• Ability based upon position and need to climb ladders or be exposed to heights within the manufacturing facility.
• Wear personal protective equipment as required.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive salary and benefit plans focused on the well-being of our employees.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, flexible spending accounts and 401(k).