Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
* We have a Controls Engineer position available in our Albuquerque, NM office.
* This position is responsible for controls engineering project requirements involving PLC programming, HMI/SCADA programming, control panel design, instrumentation specification, check-out support, and commissioning assistance.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Project execution: Task identification, prioritization, and scheduling with personal accountability to ensure commitments are met.
* Early problem identification and conflict resolution.
* Working under the direction of experienced engineers.
* Continuous improvement of methodology, lessons learned, templates, and efficiency tools to streamline project execution.
* Direct and frequent communication and interaction with clients.
* Ensure compliance with all regulations, codes, etc., as they apply to the contract and project(s).
* Technical writing including project definition, requirements, status reporting, process control sequences, standard practices, scope of supply, RFI requests, customer correspondence, and code commenting.
* Provide engineering design, development, and implementation including software (DCS/PLC, HMI, etc.). Support hardware engineering (systems integration, instrumentation callout, panel layout, construction) and systems design (integration of components).
* Support factory/site acceptance testing, user acceptance testing, and user training.
* Programming control logic, graphics construction, device communication, database configuration, etc.
* Read, interpret, and update documents, drawings, and specifications related to process control and automation projects, such as PFDs, P&IDs, single-line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, instrumentation data sheets, I/O lists, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Education: BA/BS degree in engineering or related discipline (Electrical, Chemical, Controls, or Computer Engineering). Technical degree and equivalent experience may be substituted.
* Experience: 3+ years of related experience in process control, manufacturing, or information services.
* Preference for candidates with Rockwell and Cimplicity experience.
* Design, development, and deployment experience with PLC, DCS, and/or SCADA/HMI systems.
* Strong leadership and client relation skills.
* Good engineering and documentation practices; experience with collaboration tools like SharePoint is a plus.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word; SharePoint experience is advantageous.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills suitable for professional client and project interactions.
* Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to travel up to 25%.
Strongly Specific Needs:
* Diverse process knowledge in Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Water & Wastewater, etc.
* Schneider Unity programming experience.
* Allen Bradley ControlLogix programming (PlantPAx experience is a plus).
* SCADA/HMI experience with ICONICS or Wonderware is a plus.
* Checkout, testing, startup, and commissioning experience.
Physical Demands:
* Normal vision for AutoCAD and architectural design tasks; ability to hear, follow directions, full manual dexterity, and the ability to sit and move as needed to meet deadlines.
Working Conditions:
* Standard office environment with frequent use of computers, facsimiles, copiers, and other office equipment.
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