Control Systems Engineer II

We are a leader in fully-integrated electrical and building systems installations, with capabilities ranging from complete pre-construction and new construction to renovation and maintenance for a variety of markets. Our team is prepared to handle a wide range of projects from small-scale, time-and-materials jobs to large-scale, technology-intensive projects.

Dynalectric Company San Diego is hiring a Control Systems Engineer 2 which is responsible for multiple elements of the implementation of PC and PLC based control systems and will interact with both the Dynalectric project manager and the project responsible engineer throughout all stages of the project. They must be well organized, support multiple assignments/projects, meet deadlines, and readily accept direction from senior project team members.

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Include the following. Other duties will likely be assigned.

 

• Develop and maintain a working knowledge of applicable codes and standards, including periodic updates.
• Peer-review the design work of colleagues to ensure that project quality objectives are satisfied.
• Direct the development of project related drawing and documentation packages such as wiring diagrams, bill of materials (BOMs), interconnect diagrams, manuals, test protocols and specs.
• Specify system components including controllers, I/O, motor starts, variable frequency drives, control valves, servers, touchscreen monitors and network equipment. 
• Direct the design of Ethernet and device level LANs.
• Configure, program, test, and troubleshoot process instruments and VFDs.
• Configure, program, test, and troubleshoot graphical user interfaces.
• Develop functional specifications and test protocols including FAT, SAT and SIT.
• Provide engineering support for the foremen responsible for system installation and commissioning.
• Provide technical support and training to less senior colleagues.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must demonstrate expertise in three of the performance domains below.

 

Performance Domains:

 

• Control Panel Design: Panel layout and power distribution, enclosure selection, breaker/fuse selection, I/O selection, loop drawings, VFD selection/configuration, relational database maintenance, UL 508A compliance.
• Control System Design: System architecture, device level LANs, controller selection, hazard analysis and mitigation, circuits for hazardous areas (XP, IS, NI), safety circuits and interlocks, overpressure relief device selection, specification development, test protocol development, RFI generation.
• Instrumentation and Final Control Elements: Configuration of and application limitations for common pressure/level/temperature sensor technologies, analyzers, flow meters, toxic and combustible gas detectors. Control valve sizing and selection, regulator sizing and selection, instrument and valve datasheets, material compatibility with common process fluids. 
• Codes and Standards: NFPA 70[1] (national electrical code), ISA RP-12 (intrinsic safety), ISA S88[2] (batch), ASME BPE[3] (bioprocessing equipment), ASME BPCV[4] (pressured vessels), ANSI B16.5[5] (pipe flanges and fittings), UL 508A (industrial control panels).
• Control System Software Development: Control logic development, graphical user interface development, network configuration, time sequence database development, communication protocols.

[1] Specifically, section 500, special occupancies (hazardous environments)

[2] Specifically, the physical model, equipment states and commands

[3] Specifically, requirement for materials and finishes

[4] Specifically, requirement for overpressure relief

[5] Specifically, pressure and temperature ratings for ANSI class designations

 

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 4-6 years’ related experience
• An undergraduate technical degree (e.g. ChE, ME, EE) for an accredited institution.

 

REQUIRED ATTRIBUTES

 

The requirements listed below are representative of characteristics and demonstrated capabilities sought to perform this job successfully.

 

• Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism, and a commitment to company values.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills.
• Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail.
• Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel.
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

 

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, see, talk, and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is regularly required to walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to commute to field locations. The employee must have the ability to navigate around job site locations.

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee should expect to sit for long periods in front of a computer and also travel to field locations as needed.

 

While visiting field locations, the employee may be required to work outdoors, be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical and electrical parts; high, precarious places; dust, fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outside weather conditions, extended exposure to sunlight; cold and heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

 

Compensation Range:   $95,000-$125,000

 

Benefits: We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.