Kleinfelder

Lead Electrical Controls Engineer

Kleinfelder$92K — $115K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical, Allen Bradley RSLogix5000/Studio5000, and Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio; experience with AVEVA, Siemens, or Wonderware is a plus.
  • Experience with AC variable frequency drives and strong command of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Hands-on experience in designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical control systems is essential.
  • Bilingual in Chinese or Mandarin preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
  • Create and document schematics using AutoCAD Electrical, ensuring accuracy and implementability.
  • Develop PLC logic and HMI/SCADA applications to monitor and control treatment processes.
  • Select and configure appropriate instrumentation for effective process control and analysis.
  • Conduct onsite commissioning of systems and troubleshoot performance issues during testing.
  • Provide technical support to resolve electrical, instrumentation, and control system problems.
  • Develop operation and maintenance manuals with detailed technical instructions for system usage.

Benefits

  • Local job opportunities in Northwest Ohio with flexible reporting options to Defiance or Perrysburg, OH.
  • Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects essential to communities.
  • Engagement in hands-on engineering tasks that directly impact project outcomes.
Full Job Description
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Step into Your New Role:

 

As a Lead Electrical Controls Engineer joining Kleinfelder’s Water Technologies (KWT) team, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and troubleshooting of electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for industrial, commercial, and municipal water and wastewater treatment systems. In this role, you'll work closely with clients and the project team to analyze and address process treatment requirements, ensuring that control systems meet the necessary standards and perform optimally. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise to critical infrastructure projects and contribute to the development of effective solutions. This role is local to Northwest Ohio, with options of reporting to Defiance or Perrysburg, OH. This candidate is expected to perform field visits as needed and will require reliable transportation.

 

What You’ll Do:

  • Design Control Systems: Develop electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and client specifications.
  • Create Schematics & Documentation: Use AutoCAD Electrical to design schematics, layouts, and generate bills of materials for control system designs. Ensure all designs are accurate, clearly documented, and easily implemented.
  • Develop PLC & SCADA Applications: Write and implement PLC logic and develop HMI/SCADA applications to monitor and control the treatment processes. Ensure reliability and efficient performance of systems.
  • Select Instrumentation: Choose appropriate instrumentation for process treatment control and analysis, ensuring the systems provide accurate readings and control for the treatment process.
  • Onsite Commissioning & Testing: Conduct onsite commissioning of new systems, ensuring systems are tested and fully functional. Troubleshoot any issues related to system performance, electrical hardware, or software during the commissioning process.
  • Troubleshooting & Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for electrical, instrumentation, and control system issues, working to resolve any malfunctions and improve system performance.
  • Operation & Maintenance Documentation: Assist in developing operation and maintenance manuals, providing detailed technical instructions for system operation and troubleshooting.
  • System Maintenance: Oversee the maintenance and functionality of KWT corporate asset electrical equipment to ensure long-term reliability and optimal operation.

 

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

  • Experience: Solid experience in designing and implementing electrical and control systems, with an emphasis on instrumentation, PLCs, and SCADA applications.
  • Technical Expertise: Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical for schematic design, with experience in Allen Bradley RSLogix5000/Studio5000, Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio, or equivalent control system software.
  • PLC & SCADA Systems: Extensive hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting PLC logic and designing HMI/SCADA interfaces for process control systems.
  • Instrumentation Knowledge: Deep understanding of selecting and configuring instrumentation for process analysis and control, ensuring systems are responsive and precise.
  • Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues with electrical hardware, software, and process control systems.
  • Technical Communication: Ability to effectively document system designs, troubleshoot issues, and communicate technical details clearly to both team members and clients.

 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical engineering technology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical, Allen Bradley RSLogix5000/Studio5000, and Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View Studio. Experience with AVEVA, Siemens, or Wonderware is an advantage.
  • Experience with AC variable frequency drives, and a strong command of Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong focus on practical, hands-on engineering work, including designing, testing, and troubleshooting electrical control systems.
  • Bilingual in Chinese or Mandarin preferred.

 Anticipated salary range is $92,986 per year to $115,531 per year.

 

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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