Controls Engineer – Technical Prof I

Controls Engineer – Technical Prof I

Portsmouth, VA, United States

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Job Description

The Controls Engineers are given the opportunity to work on projects from the initial planning stages to field installation and commissioning for the Water-Wastewater and Automotive Industry. Demonstrated trouble shooting skills are necessary. 

Responsibilities

Design automation control systems from customer specifications
Responsible for programming automation and control systems involving PLCs and HMI’s
Specify electrical equipment and materials including PLCs, automation control components and instrumentation based on calculations, customer specifications, and engineering principles
Develop electrical and P&ID drawings
Troubleshoot hardware and software issues
Design and debug Data Acquisition systems (SCADA)
Power-up, Debug, and Calibration of Water/Wastewater and/or Automotive Control Systems
Follow all company processes, check lists, and support the development of standardized design platforms

Qualifications

Skills / Qualifications:
Electrical engineering degree with 1-2 years of experience or 2-5 years equivalent experience in Automation Programming of PLC’s

2-4 years of PLC and HMI/SCADA programming experience
Proficient in programming PLC’s; Rockwell, Siemens, GE, Modicon, Emerson Control Wave
Proficient in programming HMI/SCADA systems, FactoryTalk, Maple, VTSCADA, Wonderware
Industrial electrical hands-on experience and troubleshooting, including 480VAC 3-phase, 120 VAC, 24VDC systems, and VFD’s
Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying automation controls including motor starters, Variable Frequency Drives, and standard electrical components
Experience with process control instrumentation; flow meters, pressure transmitters, & level transmitters a plus
Exceptional problem-solving skills, using a logical and systematic approach
Has a working knowledge of industry standards and regulations (NEC, IEEE, NFPA, & OSHA, etc)
Ability to read, revise and create new PLC logic, HMI/SCADA programs, and VFD parameters
Attention to detail to maintain accurate drawings, files, bill of materials, correct spare parts and equipment specifications
Travel up to 25%.  The current project workload is less
Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from Wood is required

 
Physical Requirements:

Able to climb a 2 story ladder
Can walk a mile in 20 minutes
Be able to cover, on foot, a reasonable distance on a job site
Able to lift 30 lbs. without difficulty

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.