Senior Electrical Project & Controls Engineer - Selectek, Inc.

We have an immediate need for a Senior Electrical Project & Controls Engineer, experienced with I&C, in the Santa Clara, CA area.

This is a full-time, long-term opportunity.

Base salary is estimated at $100-130K, relevant to experience and license status.

Required:

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline.  Licensed California P.E., or ability to obtain CA P.E. within 1-year of employment.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience, or equivalent work experience and certifications that exemplify a desire for continuing education or advancement.
• Working knowledge of control systems architecture and networks required.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting control systems and an understanding of process controls required.
• Knowledge of PLC and touch screen programming languages to program Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and other PLC’s would benefit the job applicant.
• Possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate with people of all levels including customers and contractors.
• Requires ability to create and edit AutoCAD drawings. 

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work with programmers to develop instrumentation and controls logic and PLC programming for systems of varying complexity. 
• Read, analyze, and interpret project documents, instructions, proposals, specifications, and other relevant information to obtain a clear understanding of the project requirements. •    Evaluate life safety and regulatory requirements including CA Fire Code, CA and National Electrical Code, NFPA and hazardous location requirements. 
• Work with AutoCAD and Revit designers to develop monitoring and controls system layout, block diagrams and wiring schematic
•  Specify equipment, toxic and flammable gas detectors, audible/visual alarms, instrumentation, process safety interlocks, PLCs and related automation equipment. 
• Manage projects and customer relationships.  Prepare proposals, define scope, deliverables, schedule and budget. 
•  Work successfully with OAC team to coordinate field installation, testing and inspections - focusing on customer service, problem solving and continuous improvement.