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Entry Level Instrument, Electrical and Controls (IE&C) Engineer
Haag, a Salas O'Brien Company
20 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
Instrument, Electrical and Controls (IE&C) Engineer
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.
About Us:
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.
Job Summary: ENTRY-LEVEL INSTRUMENT, ELECTRICAL AND CONTROLS
Salas O’Brien is seeking a new graduate or early-career Instrument, Electrical
and Controls (IE&C) Engineer for our Decatur, Alabama office. Candidates with
relevant internship or co-op experience are encouraged to apply. The successful
candidate will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and collaborate
with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality IE&C engineering services for
industrial process and manufacturing clients.
Responsibilities
* Work with engineers and designers of various disciplines to ensure safe,
timely, efficient designs that comply with Salas O’Brien and client policies
and procedures as well as applicable codes and standards.
* Provide designs for new and modification type IE&C projects for clients in
chemical processing and industrial facilities.
* Work independently and/or assist senior engineers with:
* The development of IE&C installation drawings (AutoCAD/Revit).
* Data sheets and specifications that meet client requirements and applicable
codes and standards.
* Development and troubleshooting of PLC Logic (Rockwell-Automation) for new
and existing equipment.
* Anticipate and coordinate design details with other disciplines to produce
successful overall projects.
* Support project managers and lead discipline engineers by tracking assigned
tasks, communicating progress, and completing work within established scope,
schedule, and budget requirements.
* Provide project leadership to ensure communication and execution of work
within scope, schedule and budget by monitoring project progress,
coordinating activities; resolving problems.
* Maintain schedule for multiple projects, multiple clients, and multiple
resources.
* Recognize and communicate scope and design changes to client in a timely
manner.
* Prepare specifications and obtain quotations for purchase of materials and
equipment.
* Develop the instrumentation and controls elements of P&IDs.
* Perform periodic design reviews; ensure designs follow specifications, codes,
regulations, and contract requirements. Ensure technical and quality
standards are maintained.
* Produce effective and accurate written scopes of work, technical documents,
and reports.
* Prepare contractor bid packages.
* Develop project proposals for multi-discipline projects.
* Travel to various sites to gather field data and provide construction
support.
* Inspect completed installations and observe operations to ensure conformance
to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and
safety standards.
* Perform startup and commissioning support.
* Build and maintain client relationships while promoting and integrating
company-wide initiatives and values.
* Participate in client meetings, support relationship-building activities, and
learn how the company identifies and develops new business opportunities.
Types of Projects Include:
· Process instrumentation sizing and specification
· Power system protection coordination modeling and load studies
· Industrial low and medium voltage power distribution system design
· Grounding and lightning protections systems
· Communication systems
· Arc flash hazards analysis
· DCS Installations
· Electric heat tracing systems
· Low voltage motor control systems
· Industrial facility lighting
· VFD system installation and support
· Process analyzer and sample system
· PLC control system design, modifications, and migrations
· Backup power systems
Experience & Education
* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited institution.
* Passed the FE exam, holds EIT certification, or is willing to pursue FE exam
completion within an agreed timeframe after hire.
* Relevant internship, co-op, academic project, or entry-level experience
involving instrumentation, electrical power, controls, manufacturing,
process, or heavy industrial facilities.
Preferences:
* Internship, co-op, or other exposure to industrial facilities, plant
environments, engineering consulting, or IE&C project work.
Physical Requirements:
* Lifting/carrying: Carrying light loads related to field measurement
equipment, and equipment cases weighing 15 lbs. or less.
* Dexterity: Ability to type using a keyboard with relative efficiency, ability
to make handwritten notes and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial
plant and construction sites at any time of the year.
* Walking/Climbing: Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders
unassisted.
* Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single line and 3-dimensional computer
images representing objects being designed or drafted.
* Hearing: Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing
protection.
* Physical exertion: Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plants and
construction sites outdoors at any time of the year. Ability to work in
protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees
Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
Job Location: Decatur, Alabama
Travel: 5%
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000 USD per year.
Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including
skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a
comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid time off and company holidays
* Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
* Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here
[https://salasobrien.com/benefits/].
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any
type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal,
state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the
disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or
agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent
Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be
eligible for placement fees.
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.
About Us:
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.
Job Summary: ENTRY-LEVEL INSTRUMENT, ELECTRICAL AND CONTROLS
Salas O’Brien is seeking a new graduate or early-career Instrument, Electrical
and Controls (IE&C) Engineer for our Decatur, Alabama office. Candidates with
relevant internship or co-op experience are encouraged to apply. The successful
candidate will work under the guidance of experienced engineers and collaborate
with a multidisciplinary team to deliver quality IE&C engineering services for
industrial process and manufacturing clients.
Responsibilities
* Work with engineers and designers of various disciplines to ensure safe,
timely, efficient designs that comply with Salas O’Brien and client policies
and procedures as well as applicable codes and standards.
* Provide designs for new and modification type IE&C projects for clients in
chemical processing and industrial facilities.
* Work independently and/or assist senior engineers with:
* The development of IE&C installation drawings (AutoCAD/Revit).
* Data sheets and specifications that meet client requirements and applicable
codes and standards.
* Development and troubleshooting of PLC Logic (Rockwell-Automation) for new
and existing equipment.
* Anticipate and coordinate design details with other disciplines to produce
successful overall projects.
* Support project managers and lead discipline engineers by tracking assigned
tasks, communicating progress, and completing work within established scope,
schedule, and budget requirements.
* Provide project leadership to ensure communication and execution of work
within scope, schedule and budget by monitoring project progress,
coordinating activities; resolving problems.
* Maintain schedule for multiple projects, multiple clients, and multiple
resources.
* Recognize and communicate scope and design changes to client in a timely
manner.
* Prepare specifications and obtain quotations for purchase of materials and
equipment.
* Develop the instrumentation and controls elements of P&IDs.
* Perform periodic design reviews; ensure designs follow specifications, codes,
regulations, and contract requirements. Ensure technical and quality
standards are maintained.
* Produce effective and accurate written scopes of work, technical documents,
and reports.
* Prepare contractor bid packages.
* Develop project proposals for multi-discipline projects.
* Travel to various sites to gather field data and provide construction
support.
* Inspect completed installations and observe operations to ensure conformance
to design and equipment specifications and compliance with operational and
safety standards.
* Perform startup and commissioning support.
* Build and maintain client relationships while promoting and integrating
company-wide initiatives and values.
* Participate in client meetings, support relationship-building activities, and
learn how the company identifies and develops new business opportunities.
Types of Projects Include:
· Process instrumentation sizing and specification
· Power system protection coordination modeling and load studies
· Industrial low and medium voltage power distribution system design
· Grounding and lightning protections systems
· Communication systems
· Arc flash hazards analysis
· DCS Installations
· Electric heat tracing systems
· Low voltage motor control systems
· Industrial facility lighting
· VFD system installation and support
· Process analyzer and sample system
· PLC control system design, modifications, and migrations
· Backup power systems
Experience & Education
* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited institution.
* Passed the FE exam, holds EIT certification, or is willing to pursue FE exam
completion within an agreed timeframe after hire.
* Relevant internship, co-op, academic project, or entry-level experience
involving instrumentation, electrical power, controls, manufacturing,
process, or heavy industrial facilities.
Preferences:
* Internship, co-op, or other exposure to industrial facilities, plant
environments, engineering consulting, or IE&C project work.
Physical Requirements:
* Lifting/carrying: Carrying light loads related to field measurement
equipment, and equipment cases weighing 15 lbs. or less.
* Dexterity: Ability to type using a keyboard with relative efficiency, ability
to make handwritten notes and sketches indoors and outdoors at industrial
plant and construction sites at any time of the year.
* Walking/Climbing: Ability to use multi-level stair towers and rung ladders
unassisted.
* Visual Acuity: Ability to discern single line and 3-dimensional computer
images representing objects being designed or drafted.
* Hearing: Ability to hear safety alarms and signals while wearing hearing
protection.
* Physical exertion: Ability to walk up to one mile on industrial plants and
construction sites outdoors at any time of the year. Ability to work in
protective clothing which may elevate body temperatures by several degrees
Fahrenheit for periods of up to 15 minutes without a break.
Job Location: Decatur, Alabama
Travel: 5%
Compensation & Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this role is $80,000 - $90,000 USD per year.
Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including
skills, experience, qualifications, and location.
This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses and a
comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance
* 401(k) with company match
* Paid time off and company holidays
* Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
* Professional development support
For more information, visit our full benefits overview here
[https://salasobrien.com/benefits/].
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any
type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal,
state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the
disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.
Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or
agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent
Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be
eligible for placement fees.