Senior Controls Engineer – Portsmouth, New Hampshire

About Us

Krech Ojard & Associates (KOA) is an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm, delivering impactful solutions to clients around the world for over 40 years. Now, as we expand into Portsmouth, New Hampshire, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for highly skilled professionals to join a growing, driven, and people-centered team that values collaboration, innovation, and a client-focused approach. This is an opportunity to elevate your career within a company that rewards initiative, invests in personal and professional growth, and fosters an energetic team atmosphere. Our expertise spans Manufacturing, Terminals, Ports and Marine Facilities, Materials Handling, Agribusiness, Mining, and Energy markets. At KOA, you will engage in high-impact projects alongside a multi-disciplinary team of Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical/Controls/Automation, Marine, and Railroad engineers, all united by a deep understanding of the technical challenges and operational goals of our clients. If you are ready to make a significant impact, work on innovative projects, and grow with a team that shares your vision for client-centered excellence, we want you to join us.

About The Role

Our team is currently looking for an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to be based in Portsmouth, NH, who will develop a diverse portfolio of Automation and Integration projects with a focus on the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex industrial control systems. The successful candidate will utilize their experience and expertise in the field of Controls Engineering to provide solutions to a diverse clientele that includes multinational industry leaders.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced control systems and automation solutions to optimize industrial processes across various industry sectors.
• Create control system panels that meet client requirements while ensuring accessibility, maintainability, and adherence to industry standards and code requirements.
• Integrate control systems with new and existing machinery and equipment to enhance efficiency and performance.
• Write and debug software for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and other automation devices such as HMIs and SCADA systems.
• Conduct comprehensive tests, including loop checks, interlock testing, and instrument checkout, to ensure control systems meet operational standards and requirements.
• Specification of the instrumentation necessary to monitor and control various processes to ensure process accuracy.
• Provide training and support to operators and technicians on the use and maintenance of control systems.
• Collaborate with the Electrical Engineering group to design power distribution components such as Motor Control Centers (MCC) and Switch Gear as required.
• Work directly with clients to develop project options and alternatives, offer engineering guidance for project planning and development, conduct field investigations, and address critical issues.
• Participate in the material procurement process by preparing detailed specifications and reviewing vendors’ quotations for technical accuracy.
• Utilize prepared engineering documents as part of comprehensive bid packages to enable accurate contractor bids, evaluate returned bids for completeness and pricing, and select and approve contractors.
  
  

About You

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Controls Engineering is preferred. Alternatively, related technical Bachelor of Science degrees or an Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, coupled with equivalent experience, may be considered.
• 8-10 years of experience in controls system integration, design, and field work.
• Passion for mentorship of junior staff and involvement in developing a team of controls engineering personnel to meet business requirements.
• Proficiency in mainstream control system products and programming platforms such as Rockwell, GE, Siemens, and Honeywell.
• Experience in specifying industrial process instrumentation from manufacturers like Rosemount and Honeywell.
• Knowledge of working with and around hazard detection and UL fire panel systems.
• Skilled in programming Automation PLC and HMI systems.
• Aptitude for creating comprehensive design packages, including P&IDs, panel designs, and construction documents using AutoCAD.
• Ability to work in the field to support integration and startup efforts up to 15% of the time.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with Krech Ojard staff, external organizations, and client representatives.
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Salary aligned with your experience, qualifications, and advancement potential.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid office flexibility and supportive culture providing flexibility for work-life balance while supporting nationwide projects.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Including health, dental, and 401(k) with company match.
• Professional Growth: Access to resources and support for continual learning and career advancement.
  
  

Step into a career with Krech Ojard & Associates where you are not just joining a team, you are investing in a future that grows with you. Enjoy the vibrant coastal lifestyle of Portsmouth/Kittery and embark on a fulfilling career with KOA. Ready to elevate your career? Apply today with your resume and cover letter and let us make a lasting impact together.

Note to Applicants

To ensure a safe, healthy, and productive work environment, all employees are required to participate in our drug and alcohol program that adheres to DOT and FRA regulations. Krech Ojard & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please Submit Cover Letter Along With Resume By Using The Online Form On This Page, Or At The Careers Page At Www.krechojard.com, Or By Mail To

Krech Ojard & Associates, Inc.,

Human Resource Manager

227 W First Street, Suite 500

Duluth, MN 55802.