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Control Systems Designer
Introduction:
KLH Engineers, Inc. is seeking a talented and detail oriented Control Systems Designer to work with both new control panel design and existing controls panel retrofit design. The role involves creating innovative designs for control systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects. This opportunity is best suited for an individual who thrives with learning the inner workings of SCADA control systems. This candidate will work with AutoCAD Electrical for the design and will be heavily involved with making these solutions work in the field. All work is local travel to the surrounding Pittsburgh area and our office in Canonsburg, Pa. There will be opportunity to grow into other positions within the SCADA engineering department as well, to include programming, service, networking, and other misc SCADA system operations.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Perform system design evaluations to identify potential improvements or modifications.
- Control panel design and reverse engineering existing control panel retrofits.
- Maintain accurate documentation of all design processes, changes, and specifications.
- Develop schematics, bills of materials, and wiring drawings using AutoCAD.
- Develop design-build quality panel drawings for local panel shop.
- Work closely with local panel shop to answer questions and/or finalize designs, BOM, etc.
- Determine electrical equipment wiring connections for functionality and operability.
- Determine electrical system requirements by sizing breakers, fuses, transformers, and other electrical equipment as required.
- Work with SCADA engineers on wiring requirements and connections for PLCs and other SCADA controls related equipment
- Assist with installation of controls equipment in the field.
- Work within control panels and equipment, typically in low voltage environment, using Multimeters and other test equipment to troubleshoot issues.
- Control system design, upgrades, and retrofitting outdated PLC and HMI equipment, mostly focused on Allen Bradley/Rockwell appliances.
- Field service and troubleshooting is a key component to support numerous clients who have control systems with PLCs, HMIs, and other related SCADA equipment. Travel to client sites and interact with clients on a regular basis.
Knowledge & Experience:
- Read and understand electrical drawings.
- AutoCAD electrical drafting.
- Control Panel, Instrumentation and Control equipment.
- Hands on experience in reverse engineer electrical panels in the field.
- Hands on experience with electrical wiring and terminations.
- Hands on experience with troubleshooting electrical systems.
- Electrical Safety.
- Problem solving and deductive reasoning skills.
Other General Notes:
- Most work is local to Pittsburgh. Overnight travel may be expected, but it is rarely required.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey technical information.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Canonsburg, PA 15317 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Canonsburg, PA 15317: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000
