Controls & Integration Engineer I, Mechanical

Position: Controls & Integration Engineer I, Mechanical Location: Remote Job Id: 917 # of Openings: 1 TITLE: Controls & Integration Engineer I, Mechanical LOCATION: Dallas, TXPOTISION SUMMARY: Controls Engineers are responsible for designing, developing, installing, and maintaining equipment used to monitor and control systems, equipment and processes. They work in various industries including building management systems, power system automation and protection systems. Controls engineers are technical experts in areas such as advanced process control, instrumentation, distributed control systems, PLCs, and SCADA systems. Controls engineers use these skills to design and implement solutions to our customers' complex needs. Specific areas of expertise for this position include monitoring and control systems in Data Centers and /or mission critical environments. Experience in Building Automation Systems (BASS) and field device configuration such as field level controllers, PLCs, protocol converters, and SCADA/HMI software. Experience in Electrical Power Monitoring Systems (EPMS) and configuration/programming of electrical gear interfaces is beneficial. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the following satisfactorily; other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Technical Responsibilities Design / Engineering Assists Senior Engineers in design documents for SCADA/Automation projects Developing design document narrativesPerform requirements analysisUnderstanding of Sequence of Operations (SOO) / System Functional DocumentationCreate Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / SCADA Screens / Hardware / Communications)Comment ResolutionReviews and comments on 3rd party design documents for SCADA/Automation projects in support of large programs/projects Review design document narrativesPerform execution and design scope gap analysisReview Sequence of Operations / System Functional Documentation to ensure compliance with project requirementsReview Subsystem Designs (CAD / Panels / Layouts / Wiring / SCADA Screens / Hardware / Communications) for project complianceAssist in reviewing project specificationsAssist in creation of testing plans and procedures for Integrated Systems Factory TestingProgramming Program / configure / troubleshoot Controllers, PLCs, RTUs, and/or HMI systemsTesting / Troubleshooting / Deployment / Commissioning Assist senior engineers in creating and updating testing and commissioning proceduresPreparation of test reportsOriginates test proceduresCommissioning of deployed systemsDevelopment of test equipment and simulation devicesPerform Factory and Field TestingMaintenanceMaintenance Perform troubleshooting on service calls to existing and legacy system operatorsPerform hardware / software upgrades and replacements on existing systems Managerial Responsibilities Estimates Assists senior engineers in preparation of cost estimates and supporting documentationWork with relevant stakeholders to review scope of projectConduct any surveys, inspections, tours, etc. of client sites, as requiredAssists senior engineers in evaluation and pricing of change orders from vendorsPersonnel Management Assigns tasks and coordinates with Technical StaffProvides technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers.QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education/Experience:Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering and 2-5 years field experienceAssociate degree in the electrical or mechanical field (add 3 years field experience)High school diploma (add 5 years field experience)2-5 years' experience with designing and servicing controls systems for chiller plants, complex air distribution equipment, equipment installation, and testingExperience in reading mechanical and control schematicsExperience in building automation systems (BAS) startup, configuration, and calibrationExperience in testing and troubleshooting control systemsExperience using basic electrical and hand toolsExperience using testing, calibration, or industry-specific tools and softwareExperience testing, reading/verifying all voltage and current inputs to relays; verifying all metering (local and SCADA); calibrating all relays; trip testing (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all function switches, etc.Experience with test equipment and test equipment softwareExperience with networking design, configuration, and troubleshootingExperience with air handlers, chiller plant systems and data center CRAC unitsAbility to travel up to 80%MUST BE A US CITIZENComputer/Networking Skills:Experience in OT and IT networking technologies and topologiesExperience troubleshooting and diagnosing OT and IT networks and protocolsExperience in CAD/CAE Software (Visio, AutoCAD)Experience in schedule management software (Project, Primavera P6)Standard Office Software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Access etc.)Certificates and Licenses:Required Certifications Certification in one or more PLC / Automation Platform, such as: Niagara N4, Schneider, Rockwell, Siemens, JCI, ALC, Distech, etc.Certification in one or more SCADA platforms, such as: Iconics, Ignition, Aveva, etc.Preferred Licenses / Certifications Design Build Institute of America (DBIA)Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA)Certified Automation Professional (CAP)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 exposed to computer screens for an extended period of time; Sitting for extended periods of time; Reach by extending hands or arms in any direction; Have finger dexterity in order to manipulate objects with fingers rather than whole hands or arms, for example, using a keyboard; Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences; Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand; Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing; Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense; Identify and understand the speech of another person. The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor. CPG is an equal opportunity employer. We will consider all employment applicants without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. *We utilize E-Verify #LI-TG1 Pay Range: $85,996 - $129,050 per year Apply for this Position