Instrumentation & Controls Engineer

Ameresco, Inc. (NYSE:AMRC) is a leading cleantech integrator and renewable energy asset developer, owner and operator. Our comprehensive portfolio includes energy efficiency, infrastructure upgrades, asset sustainability and renewable energy solutions delivered to clients throughout North America and Europe. Our solutions range from upgrades to facility’s energy infrastructure to the development, construction and operation of renewable energy plants combined with tailored financial solutions. We foster an entrepreneurial, collaborative, and forward-thinking culture that thrives with innovation, diversity of thought, and inclusion. We are excited with all that the future holds for our industry, planet, and communities.

As a proven leader in Renewable Energy, Ameresco is dedicated to expanding its portfolio of Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) processing plants. In doing so an opportunity has opened up for an Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Engineer to augment the multi-disciplined team responsible for designing and commissioning these plants. This is a remote based position that will require extensive travel.

Responsibilities:

• Perform all assigned activities in accordance with Ameresco standards and written procedures, in a timely manner, and with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Assist with selection of PLC hardware, process instruments (PT, TT, FT), gas analyzers, network equipment.

• Select and approve hardware used in control panels, adhering to applicable codes and standards (UL, NEC, ISA, NFPA)Design PLC control panels, remote I/O panels, termination panels, network enclosures, and other control systems hardware panels using AutoCAD. Where required, designs may be used in hazardous locations (Class 1 Div. 1 & 2).

• Develop I/O lists, termination schedules, and other documents related to RNG plant control system design.

• Update P&IDs, Control panel drawings, and other Engineering drawings and schematics as needed according to the commissioning drawing revision procedures.

• Communicate regularly with the Manager with regard to any encountered or expected issues with schedule, work scope, or the need for additional resources to solve problems.

• Embrace Ameresco’s strong safety culture during all work activities. This includes following all Ameresco safety protocols, including the use of PPE, LOTO practices, hot work permitting, safe work habits, etc.

• Use PLC programming software (Rockwell Software Studio5000) to connect to PLCs for testing and troubleshooting.

• Travel to equipment manufacturers’ shops to perform control system FAT work on vendor supplied equipment.

• Configure, test, and troubleshoot transmitters and control valves using a HART communicator, process meters, and other specialized equipment.

• Use electrical test equipment to perform I/O verification checks on discrete and analog control circuits from the PLC cabinet to the field device. Determine the root cause of, and provide corrective action for, any lack of continuity or function.

• Travel to project sites and vendor shops to assist with controls commissioning activities is required. The amount of travel will vary based on the number of projects being commissioned but is expected to be in excess of 50%.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or electrical engineering; or the equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.

• Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in process control system design.

Additional Qualifications:

• Oil & gas, chemical, or RNG process control experience preferred.

• Understanding of the proper and safe use of multimeters, loop meters, HART communicators.

• Experience using Rockwell Studio 5000 software for testing and troubleshooting of I/O and PLC code.

• Understanding of the safe use of basic hand and power tools (wrenches, screwdrivers, torque wrench, etc.)

• Ability to read and understand P&IDs, control panel schematics, and electrical one-line diagrams.

• High level of competency with a laptop computer, Windows operating system, MS Word, MS Excel, PDF editors.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.

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