Kforce Inc ยท 1 day ago
Instrumentation and Controls Engineer
Austin, TX
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$55/hr - $70/hr
2+ years expKforce Inc is seeking an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer to join their client in Austin, TX. The role involves designing complex manufacturing facilities and requires a highly organized mindset to drive multi-disciplinary projects efficiently.
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Responsibilities
Designing & building infrastructure, at record speed, is key to enabling us to scale worldwide
Application based sizing and selection of Instruments and Control devices required to operate and optimize complex mechanical and process system, including HVAC, Chilled Water, Compressed Air, etc
Create, review and update Controls engineering documentation and drawings
Initiate instrument datasheets, RFQ packages and perform technical bid evaluations to procure Controls devices
Work with vendors and contractors to review designs and ensure that they meet quality and documentation standards
Participate in development of scalable network architectures for plant wide high reliability control systems
Work closely with HMI developers and programmers to optimize data exchange and enhance system usability
Support the Construction team and Contractors to optimally execute scopes of work
Generate construction drawings including 2D and 3D content to accurately define the installation scope of work
Provide expertise and support for system outages and failover incidents
Execute projects with a quick turnaround timeline while abiding by company standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in an Engineering field (Majors in: Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, Computer Science and Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, etc.) or equivalent experience
2-5 years of experience as a hands-on Controls Engineer or Instrumentation Engineer, Applications Engineer working on automation and/or electromechanical systems
Experience with control valve sizing, datasheet initiation and ANSI standards for Instrumentation
Ability to review mechanical, process and plumbing drawings to properly size and select flow, pressure and temperature sensors
Familiarity with Controls based software like SPI (InTools) to initiate Instrument lists, wiring terminations, calibrated ranges, etc
Configuration of controls networks including, Ethernet/IP, Profinet and Serial Communication
Advanced knowledge of industrial process and manufacturing equipment, including safety system
Should be proficient in Siemens, Allen Bradly, or Beckhoff. Familiar with HMI - Ignition and Wincc is a plus
Strong communication skills, ability to organize, prioritize and execute engineering tasks with little to no supervision
Proficiency selecting appropriate circuit protectors, wire and cable, sensors, safety hardware, PLC hardware remote I/O, VFD and instrumentation, experience transitioning products and processes from concept to production is desired
Familiarity with Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
Preferred
Advanced proficiency in modern text-based programming languages (Python, Java, C, VB) and database systems (MSSQL, MySQL, Access) is a plus (not a strict requirement)
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision insurance
HSA
FSA
401(k)
Life, disability & ADD insurance
Paid time off
Paid sick leave
Company
Kforce Inc
Kforce is a solutions firm specializing in technology, finance and accounting, and professional staffing services.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-05-20IPO
2014-06-08Acquired
Leadership Team
Aaron Travis
Digital Experience Delivery Director | Kforce Consulting Solutions
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