Controls Engineer (Early Talent)
About The Position
Solar Turbines Inc. is looking for a motivated, creative, high performing entry-level engineer to join the Custom Solutions Engineering Value Stream team. The Engineering Value Stream is a dynamic project execution environment where you, and your Mentor, will collaborate with multiple engineering disciplines with the goal of supporting our Customers and Manufacturing. The ideal candidate for this position would be an early talent Electrical Engineer, Computer Engineer or Mechanical Engineer, with an interest in electrical equipment design and software programming/testing to control electro-mechanical systems.
Requirements
- Master of Science in Engineering
- GPA 2.8 or above
- Educational and/or experience-based exposure to electrical equipment design and control software for PLC applications.
Nice To Haves
- Direct experience with programming PLCs and Windows-based Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems is a plus.
- Knowledge of Turbomachinery Electrical Loop Schematics, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and Control Systems is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Design of electrical hardware and control systems for gas turbines, power generators, natural gas compressors, and methane emissions reduction systems.
- Primary deliverables include electrical schematic drawings and control software (ladder logic) for programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
- Initial accountabilities may include Software Test whereby candidate would be exposed to how the system operates via simulation software.
- Coordinating with various organizations within Solar Turbines, including direct interface with external customers.
- Collaborating in an Engineering Value Stream with up to 10 other engineering disciplines.
- Supporting field personnel during commissioning and the resolution of safety critical risk assessments.
- Opportunities to travel to support Customer Design Review meetings, Hazard and Operability Study (HAZOP) meetings, and support installed equipment in the Field.
Benefits
- Annual incentive bonus plan
- Medical, dental and vision coverage starting day 1
- Paid time off plan (Vacation, Holiday, Volunteer, Etc.)
- 401(k) Savings Plan including company match
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Life Insurance
- Parental leave
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts
- Career Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
