Category:

Electrical Engineering

Location:

St. Paul, MN

Salary:

$85,000 - 105,000/yr

Duration:

Direct Hire

Electrical Engineer for a Controls & Instrumentation Engineering Department

 

Must-Have Skills:

• PID experience
• Closed Loop Control Systems experience
• Experience in Control of Temperature and Atmosphere

 

Essential Functions:

Develop, design, implement and commission control and data acquisition systems for aerodynamic ground test facilities and equipment such as turbine test cells and wind tunnels.

 

Responsibilities:

The fundamental responsibility of this position is to lead the design of closed-loop control systems and control strategies for mechanisms and processes. You will also:

• Evaluate customer requirements and develop solutions to meet project needs
• Specify and size control devices and instruments
• Estimate cost and schedule
• Plan, coordinate and supervise work of supporting engineers and designers
• Communicate with Project Managers and C&I Manager concerning progress and problems
• Assist in development of engineering proposals including scope, budget, and schedule
• Support procurement, assembly, installation and commissioning
• Deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment

  

Education/Skills/Requirements

• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering or applicable degree. An advanced degree is desirable.
• 5+ years experience with design and implementation of complex real time control systems
• Experience with control system simulation software such as Simulink
• Successful candidates must have a broad background in control theory, networks, instrumentation and electrical hardware with desired expertise in the following areas:
• Data acquisition
• Process control and instrumentation design
• Electrical-mechanical valve control design
• Precision pressure and temperature control loops
• Electrical control system wiring drawings
• System integration of complex control loops
• Writing instrument and valve and controls specification
• Aerodynamic ground test facility or equipment experience a plus
• Demonstrated technical leadership and project leadership skills
• Excellent written & oral communications skills, demonstrated initiative, and attention to completeness, accuracy, and detail
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to interface productively with peer teams and departments
• Travel approximately 15 percent required                    

Due to the nature of our work US citizenship or permanent resident status is required.