Associate Instrumentation & Control Engineer

Performs entry‑level instrumentation & control engineering activities requiring some exercise of independent judgment in the planning, research, study, design, construction, modification, maintenance, operation, and optimization of wastewater transmission and treatment facilities. Works under the direction of a higher‑level Engineer or Manager.

• Performs specific portions of complex engineering assignments under the direction of more experienced staff. Collects, analyzes, and makes recommendations concerning technical engineering data.
• Designs and directs modifications to instrumentations and process control systems. Level of direction from supervising or higher level electrical/I&C engineer varies depending on type and complexity of project.
• Assists with engineering analysis and troubleshooting of instrumentation and process control system equipment and problems.
• Inspects construction projects; coordinates activities and information as directed. Inspects construction of projects of other agencies which may affect Metro facilities.
• Assists in incorporation of project instrumentation and process control drawings into facilities drawings. Reviews existing facilities drawings and makes necessary revisions. Reviews instrumentation and process control plans and specifications for new facilities as assigned.
• Assists with checkout, commissioning, and operational readiness testing of new instrumentation and process control equipment. May be involved in detailed warranty evaluations.
• Prepares process calculations, written memoranda, reports, and specifications.
• Assists in the review, modification, and completion of studies, reports, designs, specifications, and drawings prepared by staff and consultants and provides comments/recommendations.
• Performs engineering calculations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Entry‑level engineering
• Instrumentation and control system principals and calculations
• Microsoft office and sharepoint
• General office processes and procedures

• Effectively communicating clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing
• Organizing and planning daily, weekly, and longer‑term activities
• Strong technical, mathematical, and analytical problem‑solving skills
• Proactively focusing on outcomes and accomplishments in the achievement of goals

• Understand and implement stakeholder priorities in the delivery of projects
• Understand and follow standard project management policies and procedures
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Maintain emotional control under ambiguous and stressful circumstances
• Read and understand engineering specifications and drawings

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or other related engineering field. A combination of education and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Variety of floor surfaces including concrete, gravel, asphalt, dirt, tile, loose stones, uneven surfaces, slippery surfaces, and wet surfaces;
Inside environment;
Outside environment all year in all weather conditions and temperatures;
Residential and Commercial Wastewater/Biosolids;
Chemicals;
Lighting conditions including natural light, fluorescent, head lamps, incandescent, and low light; and low light;
Vibration;
Moving equipment;
Work in confined spaces.

Standing;
Walking;
Climbing stairs;
Climbing ladders;
Reaching forward and overhead;
Balancing;
Object handling;
Simple hand/firm hand grasping;
Operating controls;
Sitting;
Stooping;
Kneeling;
Crouching;
Crawling;
Typing;
Fine hand coordination.

Max Weight Lifted: 50 lbs

Max Weight Carried: 50 lbs

Max Force Pushed: 94 lbs

Max Force Pulled: 100 lbs

Wide field of view;
Perception - Spatial;
Olfactory (Smelling);
Vision - Near;
Depth perception;
Color discrimination;
Perception - Form;
Feeling without seeing;
Speaking;
Vision - near and far;
Hearing.