Controls Engineer

Controls EngineerWe 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.Major Responsibilities Include:Project execution:Task identification, prioritization, and scheduling with personal accountability to ensure commitments are metEarly problem identification and conflict resolutionWorking under the direction of other experienced engineersContinuous improvement: methodology, lessons learned, templates, efficiency tools, etc. to streamline project executionDirect/frequent communication and interaction with clientsEnsures compliance with all regulations, codes, etc. as they apply to the contract and project(s)Technical writing including project definition and requirements, clearly delineated status reporting, process control sequence of operations, standard practices and procedures, scope of supply, requests for information, customer correspondence, and code commentingProvide engineering design, development, and implementation including software (DCS/PLC, HMI, etc.). Provide support to lead engineer for hardware engineering (systems integration, instrumentation callout, panel layout, and construction), and systems design (integration of the various components on any given project)Support factory/site acceptance testing, user acceptance testing, and user trainingProgramming control logic, graphics construction, device communication, database configuration, etc.Read, interpret, and update documents, drawings, and specifications related to process control and automation projects. Typical documents may include PFDs, P&IDs, single-line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, instrumentation and control data sheets, I/O lists, etc.Minimum RequirementsEducation: BA/BS degree in engineering or related discipline (Electrical, Chemical, Controls or Computer Engineering degree preferred). Technical degree and equivalent experience may be substitutedExperience: 3+ years of directly related experience in process control and/or manufacturing and/or information servicesCandidates with Rockwell and Cimplicity experience given preferencePLC, DCS, and/or SCADA/HMI: design, development, and deployment experienceStrong leadership and client relation skillsGood engineering and good documentation practice. Experience (or willingness) using collaboration tools (such as SharePoint) to work effectively within remote teamsComputer proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. SharePoint experience a plusExceptional verbal and written ability with the aptitude to communicate professionally with clients and project leadershipMust have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 25%Strongly-preferred Specific Needs (some combination of the skills below):Diverse Process Knowledge: Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Water & Wastewater etc.Schneider Unity programming experienceAllen Bradley ControlLogix programming (PlantPAx a plus) experienceSCADA/HMI experience (ICONICS or Wonderware a plus)Checkout, testing, startup, and commissioning experienceWhy Us?Our engineers gain experience with a diverse set of clients, industries, and PLC, DCS, and/or SCADA/HMI platformsMentoring and trainingCareer growth with both technical and management tracksFlexible work schedulesGreat benefits package which includes 401K profit sharing w/company match as well as an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Physical Demands of PositionNormal vision capabilities for AutoCad and architectural design duties. Ability to hear and take directions; full dexterity of hands for computer usage. Ability to sit and move around to complete a job assignment and meet deadlines as outlined.