Instrument & Controls Engineer - Entry Level

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the transportation and infrastructure that improves the world!  

Whitman, Requardt, & Associates (WRA) is currently seeking an entry level Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Engineer to join our team in our York, PA office. 

You’ll work closely with senior engineers to support the planning, design, programming, and construction of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) and industrial control systems for water and wastewater facilities. This position offers an introduction to the world of industrial automation and process control, with opportunities to learn system design, PLC/HMI programming, network communications, and cybersecurity best practices within water/wastewater critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities:

• Work in a collaborative environment to assist senior engineers in the design of I&C systems.


• Prepare control system and SCADA design drawings:
  
  
  
  • Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  
  
  • Control panel layouts
  
  
  • Schematic wiring diagrams
  
  
  • I/O point wiring diagrams
  
  
  • Network architecture diagrams.
  
  


• Develop written process control and functional narratives.


• Prepare specifications for control and SCADA system components and equipment.


• Prepare engineering construction cost estimates.


• Coordinate with electrical and mechanical engineers to support the design of control and SCADA systems.


• Inspect, test and commission control and communications systems in industrial environments.


• Coordinate and review construction submittals and requests for information with control system integrators. 


• Design and program PLC based control systems using Allen-Bradly, Modicon, and other PLC based control systems.


• Understand Program Operator Interface (OIT) and HMI graphical programming applications.


• Perform field inspections, testing procedures and commissioning control systems.


• Demonstrate Cyber-Security practices.


• The I&C Engineer will need to be able to travel occasionally (10%) to local area construction sites. Work on site include perform field investigations and witness factory and site acceptance testing. 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Computer, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent technical degree). 


• 0-4 years of relevant experience.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, Word, Excel, and Teams


• Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD and Revit.


• Willingness to pursue EIT/FE certification and PE license.


• Strong desire to learn and grow in the areas of industrial automation, instrumentation, controls, and communications.


• Self-motivated and curious with a collaborative mindset. 


• Strong verbal and written communications skills. 


• Ability to work in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.


• U.S. citizenship required.

Work Environment & Growth

• Work on critical infrastructure projects supporting public water and wastewater systems 


• Collaborate with experienced SCADA, controls, and instrumentation professionals 


• Gain hands-on experience in SCADA design, networking, and industrial cybersecurity 


• Opportunity to grow into a technical leader in SCADA system design. 

Required Submissions:

• Resume


• A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to careers@wrallp.com

Benefits:

• WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:


• Flexible work schedule options


• Competitive salary


• Leave accrual and paid holidays


• Healthcare benefits


• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance


• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Employee Assistance Program


• Parental and maternity leave benefits

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

The expected compensation range for this position is $70,000.00 - $125,000.00. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant knowledge, training, skills, work location, and/or experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

 *** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position **** 

Position # 3510

- Entry Level - Onsite