Kleinfelder

Entry-Level Electrical Controls Engineer

Kleinfelder$73K — $90K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical and Allen Bradley software.
  • Experience with Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio is preferred.
  • Knowledge of AC variable frequency drives essential.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

  • Develop pricing, proposals, and project timelines.
  • Design compliant control systems according to client specifications.
  • Create AutoCAD Electrical schematics and bills of materials.
  • Select appropriate instrumentation for treatment systems.
  • Develop PLC logic and HMI/SCADA applications.
  • Provide onsite commissioning and support for new systems.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve electrical and process issues.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on a variety of water/wastewater projects.
  • Collaborative work environment with a skilled project team.
  • Hands-on training and professional development opportunities.
  • Engagement with clients for tailored project solutions.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Step into Your New Role

The Entry-Level Electrical Controls Engineer is responsible for collaborating with clients and the IFM-Kleinfelder Project Team to analyze process treatment requirements to design and implement the electrical, instrumentation, and controls aspect of industrial, commercial, and municipal water and wastewater systems.

Responsibilities include:
  • Develop pricing, proposals, and timelines for potential projects
  • Design control systems that are compliant with applicable standards and client specifications
  • Develop AutoCAD Electrical schematics, layouts, and bills of materials
  • Select instrumentation for analysis and control of treatment systems
  • Develop PLC logic and HMI and/or SCADA applications to control process treatment
  • Provide onsite commissioning support to fully test new systems
  • Troubleshoot electrical hardware, software, and process treatment issues
  • Assist with completion of operation and maintenance manuals
  • Provide training to other IFM-Kleinfelder employees and clients on system operation
  • Maintain IFM corporate asset electrical equipment
  • Understand Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience
  • Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, Allen Bradley RSLogix5000/Studio5000, and Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio strongly preferred
  • AVEVA (Indusoft), Siemens, and Wonderware experience a plus
  • Experience with AC variable frequency drives
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  • Strong communication skills

Anticipated salary range is $35.04 per hour to $43.27 per hour.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

About Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder is an engineering consulting firm that provides services in the areas of construction management, environmental consulting, geotechnical engineering, and more. The company was founded in 1961 by Bill Kleinfelder and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Kleinfelder has more than 70 offices across the United States, Canada, and Australia and employs over 2,000 people. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and the Hoover Dam Bypass. Kleinfelder is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
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