Co-op Instrumentation and Controls

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

The responsibilities listed are part of the role I&C plays in ensuring that systems operate efficiently and meet the desired objectives, particularly in industries such as process, manufacturing, or energy.

This position reports to the Department Manager.

• Design and Documentation:
  Develop schematics, interconnection and IO diagrams, and conduit and cable Develop instrument cutsheets, panel layouts, power distributions, and installation details. Review and comment on P&IDs and A&IDs. Develop Instrument and IO list.
• Engineering Calculations:
  Perform calculations for cable, conduit, cable tray, panel heat Load, and wireway sizing.
• Field Work:
  Perform site assessments/audits, produce field sketches as
• Documentation:
  Maintain and update project specifications, drawings, convert design sketches/mark-ups to AutoCAD / Revit format and support documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with assigned Lead Engineer or Designer proactively asking questions and leveraging internal, client, and industry resources to meet customer requirements accurately and Build strong, long-term professional relationships with coworkers, customers, suppliers, and industry partners. Maintain composure under pressure and communicate effectively with clients, engineering, and project management teams.
• Communication:
  Communicate clearly in person and in writing to keep customers, contractors, and the Salas O’Brien project team informed in a timely manner.

Education & Experience

• In pursuit of an associate or bachelor’s degree within EMET, EET or related
• Must possess a valid driver’s

Technical & Professional Skills

• Proficient with AutoCAD, Plant 3D and Raster
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Proficient with Navisworks (desired).

Core Competencies

• Technical proficiency in electrical design and engineering calculations
• Relationship building and client communication
• Cross-functional collaboration with other disciplines
• Results-oriented mindset
• Adaptability and resilience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Performance Metrics

• Quality and accuracy of engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications
• Timeliness of assigned task completion within project deadlines
• Effectiveness of technical documentation (schematics, diagrams, schedules)
• Client satisfaction with communication and delivered results
• Successful completion of site assessments and audits

Behaviors

• Customer Focus – Demonstrates an understanding of client needs in…