Control Systems Engineer III

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 3 which will fulfill the role of project responsible engineer and is responsible for all technical aspects of the physical and/or the software layer of the project automation scope. He/she will interact with the client the Dynalectric project team and other project disciplines and trades during all stages of the project. The Control Systems Engineer 3 will provide technical leadership for multiple projects/assignments participate in department personnel decisions and in collaboration with the project manager ensure that all project schedule and quality objectives are satisfied.

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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
• Peer-review the design work of colleagues to ensure that project quality objectives are satisfied.
• Direct the design of control systems architectures to satisfy user requirements for communications integration data acquisition and redundancy.
• Direct the development of project related drawing and documentation packages such as wiring diagrams control panels interconnect diagrams specifications and manuals.
• Direct the specification of instruments valves and analyzers.
• Configure program test and troubleshoot control systems and networks.
• Direct the configuration programming testing and troubleshooting of graphical user interfaces.
• Direct the configuration programming testing and troubleshooting of data historians.
• Direct the development of project test protocols including FAT SAT and SIT.
• Prepare detailed design specifications.
• Direct the configuration programming testing and troubleshooting of instruments valves and VFDs.
• Lead interactive design reviews with the client and the clients consulting engineers.
• Execute FAT SAT and SIT protocols.
• Provide onsite support and service for local clients.
• Prepare recommendations to remediate or update existing control systems to meet client needs (e.g. component obsolescence or additional functionality).
• Identify and vet new and/or unfamiliar technologies products and services that can reduce client costs or add value.
• 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 four 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 701 (national electrical code) ISA RP-12 (intrinsic safety) ISA S882 (batch) ASME BPE3 (bioprocessing equipment) ASME BPCV4 (pressurized vessels) ANSI B16.55 (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.

PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• • 7-plus years related experience
  • An undergraduate technical degree (e.g. ChE ME EE) from an accredited
  • A control systems engineering PE license (any state)

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 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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

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.

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

Please review our Affirmative Action Policy.

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: : $110000-$135000

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.