Automation and Controls Engineer

Automation and Controls Engineer (ACENG)Location: Jacksonville, FLPosition Type: Full-Time, ExemptReports To: Director of Automation and ControlsTravel: Up to 30%Supervisory Responsibility: NoAbout Stellar Energy Global Infrastructure (SEGI)Stellar Energy Global Infrastructure provides state-of-the-art solutions customers build in for optimized energy performance now; and in the preparation for the energy needs of tomorrow. In business for 25 years, we’ve delivered added energy efficiency and capacity to customers in more than 15 countries. More dispatchable power. Increased LNG production. Greater Data Center efficiency and lower costs. Hyperscale deployment at the best possible speed to first megawatt. All delivered with the lower emissions required to support our partners’ unique sustainability objectives.Stellar Energy Global Infrastructure specializes in a wide range of engineering and manufacturing solutions within the energy sector including turbine inlet air chilling, central utility plants, district cooling, combined heat & power systems, thermal energy storage, inlet air heating, data center chilling, and inlet air chilling for LNG facilities. Additionally, our expertise extends to start-up & commissioning, system health analysis, services, and training. Our in-house team of skilled engineers and dedicated tradespeople are the reason we are the global leader in customized solutions. Stellar Energy Global Infrastructure strives to add value to today’s energy infrastructure, achieving secure, affordable, and sustainable energy that will help to create a responsible energy economy.Position SummaryAs a member of the technical staff, the Automation and Controls Engineer are responsible for the design and implementation of control systems for automated TIAC (Turbine Inlet Air Cooling) Plants, CHP, Mission Critical and District Cooling Plants. This includes specification reviews; development of design documents to meet specification requirements, component selection to meet process and client requirements; PLC or other intelligent control device configuration; design reviews; coordination with other engineering disciplines, client and fabrication personnel for complete system production, installation, and successful commissioning.Key ResponsibilitiesManage and direct controls designer technical workload.Meet with client and internal project teams to define applications and produce functional specification documents.Select system controls components and generate bills of material for equipment procurement.Configure custom PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data.Develop application programs to control automated equipment based upon specific electrical and mechanical system design as well as operational requirements.Create application programs for Human Machine Interface application.Configure network interfaces for devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, chillers and MCCs.Conduct in-house preliminary testing and onsite acceptance testing of the system at the customer’s facility.Interact with other engineering disciplines, control panel fabricator, control system installer, and site commissioning personnel.Provide technical support to sales and marketing for bids and proposals, such as specification review, device layout, schematic and control panel design, communication architecture, and system costing data.Provide customer training and support.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.QualificationsRequiredBachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, or relevant disciplines from an accredited University.Over 2 years of experience in HVAC, refrigeration, or chiller systems controls industry.Experience with the following:Control Systems Engineering/Electrical Engineering.PLC Programming Logic (Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens).Communication Networking.National Electric Code.3-Phase power and electrical circuits.PreferredProcess Engineering experience.Knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD preferred).Certifications for Rockwell products and other relevant applications.Membership, accreditation in IEEE, ISA, or other relevant groups or awards in relevant industry groupsCore CompetenciesTechnical Capacity.Problem Solving/Analysis.Good written and verbal communication skills.Work EnvironmentWork AuthorizationMust be authorized to work in the USA.Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.Equal Employment OpportunityStellar Energy Global Infrastructure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.