Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Job Description

We have an immediate need for an Instrumentation & Controls Engineer in the Santa Clara, CA area.

Base salary is estimated at $95K-$130K+, relevant to experience and license status.

Required:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• EIT with ability to obtain PE license in CA.
• Minimum (5) years of experience, or equivalent work experience and certifications that exemplify a desire for continuing education or advancement.
• Working knowledge of control systems architecture and networks required.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting control systems and an understanding of process controls required.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate with people of all levels including customers and contractors.
• Requires ability to create and edit AutoCAD drawings.
• Low Voltage Experience.
• Ability to do general load calculations.

• P.E License.
• Knowledge of PLC and touch screen programming languages to program Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and other PLC’s.

• Work with programmers to develop instrumentation and controls logic.
• Read, analyze, and interpret project documents, instructions, proposals, specifications, and other relevant information to obtain a clear understanding of the project requirements.
• Evaluate life safety and regulatory requirements including CA Fire Code, CA and National Electrical Code, NFPA and hazardous location requirements.
• Work with AutoCAD and Revit designers to develop monitoring and controls system layout, block diagrams and wiring schematic.
• Specify equipment, toxic and flammable gas detectors, audible/visual alarms, instrumentation, process safety interlocks, PLCs and related automation equipment.
• Manage projects and customer relationships. Prepare proposals, define scope, deliverables, schedule and budget.
• Work successfully with OAC team to coordinate field installation, testing and inspections - focusing on customer service, problem solving and continuous improvement.