Senior Instrumentation & Controls Electrical Engineer

About the role

You will lead instrumentation, controls, and automation projects from concept to completion, including system design, instrumentation specification, PLC programming, and SCADA development. You will also manage projects, provide technical consulting, develop proposals, and support client relationships. Additionally, you will help establish engineering standards, contribute to business development efforts, and mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Lead instrumentation and controls engineering projects from concept through completion, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance.
• Oversee system design, instrument selection, PLC programming, and SCADA development.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, templates, and specifications in accordance with industry codes (ISA, NFPA, IEEE, etc.).
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, documentation, and deliverables as Project Manager.
• Prepare technical documentation including estimates, schedules, drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Review designs and existing systems, providing technical recommendations and consulting to clients.
• Coverage with clients, vendors, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve project issues.
• Support business development through client engagement, proposals, and identifying new opportunities.
• Mentor junior engineers and support their technical and professional development.
• Conduct field investigations and site assessments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, and controls engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York is strongly preferred.
• Experience with controls engineering, including instrument specification, PLC programming, and SCADA development.
• Experience with databases and data logging systems such as SQL Server and Microsoft Access.
• Knowledge of quality programs such as NQA-1, ISO 9000, or similar quality management systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MathCAD, ETAP, EasyPower, Visual, or similar engineering and analytical software.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively on integrated project teams and collaborate across disciplines.
• Able to maintain required certifications as directed by the company.
• Willing and able to work in both office and field environments.
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel locally and occasionally out of state.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background checks.
• Ability to comply with company drug screening requirements, including pre-employment testing.

Qualifications

• None specified

Skills

• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Technical expertise in instrumentation, controls, and automation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with relevant software tools.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Employee ownership through ESOP.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $90,000 to $125,000. Actual compensation will be based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Company Information

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA Disability/Veteran) committed to fair and equitable compensation practices.

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact in electrical engineering, we want to hear from you!

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