Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

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Step into Your New Role:

As aLead Electrical Controls Engineer joining Kleinfelders Water Technologies (KWT) team you will be responsible for the design implementation and troubleshooting of electrical instrumentation and control systems for industrial commercial and municipal water and wastewater treatment this role youll work closely with clients and the project team to analyze and address process treatment requirements ensuring that control systems meet the necessary standards and perform optimally. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise to critical infrastructure projects and contribute to the development of effective solutions. This role is local to Northwest Ohio with options of reporting to Defiance or Perrysburg OH. This candidate is expected to perform field visits as needed and will require reliable transportation.

What Youll Do:

• Design Control Systems: Develop electrical instrumentation and control systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities ensuring compliance with applicable standards and client specifications.
• Create Schematics & Documentation: Use AutoCAD Electrical to design schematics layouts and generate bills of materials for control system designs. Ensure all designs are accurate clearly documented and easily implemented.
• Develop PLC & SCADA Applications: Write and implement PLC logic and develop HMI/SCADA applications to monitor and control the treatment processes. Ensure reliability and efficient performance of systems.
• Select Instrumentation: Choose appropriate instrumentation for process treatment control and analysis ensuring the systems provide accurate readings and control for the treatment process.
• Onsite Commissioning & Testing: Conduct onsite commissioning of new systems ensuring systems are tested and fully functional. Troubleshoot any issues related to system performance electrical hardware or software during the commissioning process.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for electrical instrumentation and control system issues working to resolve any malfunctions and improve system performance.
• Operation & Maintenance Documentation: Assist in developing operation and maintenance manuals providing detailed technical instructions for system operation and troubleshooting.
• System Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and functionality of KWT corporate asset electrical equipment to ensure long-term reliability and optimal operation.

What Youll Need to Succeed:

• Experience: Solid experience in designing and implementing electrical and control systems with an emphasis on instrumentation PLCs and SCADA applications.
• Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical for schematic design with experience in Allen Bradley RSLogix5000/Studio5000 Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio or equivalent control system software.
• PLC & SCADA Systems: Extensive hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting PLC logic and designing HMI/SCADA interfaces for process control systems.
• Instrumentation Knowledge: Deep understanding of selecting and configuring instrumentation for process analysis and control ensuring systems are responsive and precise.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues with electrical hardware software and process control systems.
• Technical Communication: Ability to effectively document system designs troubleshoot issues and communicate technical details clearly to both team members and clients.

Qualifications:

• Educational Requirements: Bachelors degree in electrical engineering Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field or equivalent experience.
• Software Proficiency: Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical Allen Bradley RSLogix5000/Studio5000 and Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio. Experience with AVEVA Siemens or Wonderware is an advantage.
• Additional Skills: Experience with AC variable frequency drives and a strong command of Microsoft Office applications.
• Hands-on Expertise: Strong focus on practical hands-on engineering work including designing testing and troubleshooting electrical control systems.

Anticipated salary range is $92986 per year to $115531 per year.

Following an offer candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials a motor vehicle report (MVR) and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers scientists and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients transportation water energy and other private infrastructure. As a responsive cross-disciplinary team of bright curious and innovative problem-solvers we are dedicated to doing the right thing every day on every project from over 110 offices in the US Canada and great people to the best work is our purpose together we deliver.

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Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity equity and inclusion comes creativity innovation and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) plan and paid holidays.

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff offering each employee every opportunity to grow develop and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

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