Control Systems Engineer II

** About Us*
* 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.

** Job Summary*
* 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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** Essential

Duties & Responsibilities *
* 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.

** Qualifications*
* 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, over pressure 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 over pressure 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.

** Physical Demands*
* The physical demands described here are representative of…