Controls Engineer

Evansville, IN

Full time

JR102936

Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship now or in the future.

All staffing agency inquiries must be directed exclusively to internal recruiter Matt Bachman at View email address on click.appcast.io. Direct contact from agencies to other employees is not permitted.

Frontier-Kemper, a Tutor Perini Company, is seeking an Controls Engineer to join our home office in Evansville, Indiana.

About Frontier-Kemper

Excellence in Underground and Heavy Civil Construction

At Frontier-Kemper, we specialize in heavy civil construction and underground mine development. We are known for our expertise in the engineering and construction of deep shafts and tunnels of all sizes and complexity. Our FKC-Lake Shore division provides design/build/install services for innovative Hoisting and Vertical Conveyance Systems. Our goal is to be the industry's best source, and best value, for complete turn-key construction, engineering and design-build services and related products.

Notable public and private sector clients include major transportation authorities in Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle; Gateway Development Commission; public works authorities in New York, Los Angeles, and Vancouver; Federal agencies; and mining clients for gold, copper, potash, salt, and coal.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent

DESCRIPTION:

As an Controls Engineer at Frontier-Kemper, you will support the design, fabrication, installation, and commissioning of power distribution and control equipment for our OEM Division. You will also assist with the installation and troubleshooting of our equipment across our mining and heavy civil construction divisions.

This position is responsible for the analysis, engineering, design, and procurement of electrical equipment for hoists, vertical belts, and skip loading systems. The engineer will play an integral role in designing and programming our systems and, over time, in developing new products to meet client needs.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as engineer on mid-size and large projects.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, working with a team of engineers and designers.

• Design and implement control systems for electrically powered equipment, including hoists and vertical belts.

• Design job site power distribution for tunnel boring machines, belt systems, and hoists.

• Develop PLC programs and HMI applications.

• Commission hoists, vertical belts, and skip loading systems on mine and heavy civil construction sites.

• Work with vendors to specify and procure components.

• Review designs for fit, function, and accuracy.

• Ensure all designs meet customer requirements and internal standards.

• Test and troubleshoot control systems at our on-site UL panel shop.

• Travel intermittently to project and customer sites for system commissioning.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution required; advanced degree preferred.

• Prior experience in electrical engineering is preferred.

• Experience with PLC programming and HMI development is preferred

• Experience developing hoist control systems and programs is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated project management, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with Siemens TIA Portal, Rockwell Studio 5000, PowerFlex drives, ABB ACS880 drives, and EasyPower software is a plus. Training can be provided for the right candidate.

• Additional experience with Autodesk Electrical, AutoCAD LT, Revit, document control systems, hydraulic systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite is beneficial.

• Ability and willingness to travel as needed to support projects and operations.

OUR MISSION

We build critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

OUR VISION

We strive to be the preeminent full-service civil, building, and specialty contractor by delivering innovative, transformative projects through world-class execution. We are committed to creating lasting value for our customers, upholding the highest standards of safety and integrity, generating exceptional financial results and shareholder value, and fostering a culture where our employees thrive.

Frontier-Kemper builds extraordinary projects, which need exceptional talent. Join us, to help build the critical infrastructure that creates a better world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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