Instrumentation and Control Engineer

I&C Specialist III

Tampa, FL - Salary 100 - 130k (Hybrid)

Job Brief

The I&C Specialist III is responsible for utilizing and programing PLC control systems, SCADA Systems, and Human Machine Interface software to effectively design and implement instrumentation and control systems for water/wastewater projects. The I&C Specialist III utilizes AutoCAD to design and develop complex instrument control loops, instrument and electrical installation details, instrument location drawings, motor control schematics, conduit routing, and control panel design.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes and programs PLC control systems, SCADA Systems, and Human Machine Interface software to effectively design and implement instrumentation and control systems for water/wastewater projects.
• Prepares specifications and drawings, writes control system descriptions, and performs start up and commissioning activities with minimal input from other personnel.
• Understands and implements communications systems such as Ethernet based local area networks and wireless radio systems.
• Creates instrument material take-offs from drawings.
• Works closely with Project Managers, project team, and clients to implement solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field required.
• Requires 15 years of I&C design and PLC and SCADA programming experience.
• Must have extensive experience with system networking, I&C Drawings (loops, cabinet layout/wiring) and P&ID drawings.
• Requires extensive experience with programming PLCs and HMIs, and knowledge of various PLCs and SCADA software.
• Extensive experience troubleshooting problems in operational situations.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required.
• The ability to balance multiple work assignments on multiple projects at the same time is required.
• Requires excellent communication, and the ability to take and understand directives from Project Managers, Contractors, and Regulators.
• Candidates are required to pass a pre-employment drug screening.