Control & Instrument Engineer designs, installs, optimizes, and adapts electronic control systems and instruments to automate and monitor industrial processes. Develops technical designs, process diagrams, SCADA block diagrams, and control schematics to implement automation controls. Being a Control & Instrument Engineer configures systems using PLC and HMI techniques. Models, tests, and measures output and data to analyze performance or quality issues and develop solutions. Additionally, Control & Instrument Engineer requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a manager. The Control & Instrument Engineer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Control & Instrument Engineer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Works under the general direction of a Maintenance Foreman to inspect, repair, calibrate, and install electrical instrumentation. Inspects and tests electronic components and circuits to detect defects. Tests faulty equipment to diagnose the cause of the malfunction using oscilloscopes, signal generators, ammeters, and voltmeters. Repairs electrical equipment such as computers, CRTs, PLCs, control consoles, electrical monitors, and meters according to blueprints and manufacturer's specifications. Replaces defective electrical components and electrical wiring and adjusts mechanical parts. Aligns, adjusts, and calibrates electrical equipment according to specifications to assure that electrical equipment functions properly. Enters records of repairs, calibrations, and tests in maintenance files.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
1. Performs additional functions (essential or otherwise) which may be assigned.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must be able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. Requires the ability to use meters and tools related to electrical testing and repairs. Requires the ability to lift and carry objects such as electrical equipment and tools weighing up to 50 lbs. and maneuver throughout the plant including stooping, bending, and climbing ladders to get to any electrical instrument.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Majority of work is performed in workshop or plant environment including exposure to high voltage components, dust, fumes, odors, noise, heat and all types of weather conditions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in Electronic Engineering or related field and two (2) years' experience in both discrete and digital troubleshooting and electrical or electronic repair in an industrial or similar setting required; or any combination of experience and training which enables one to perform the essential job functions.
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Division: Public Works