Senior Instrumentation & Controls Electrical Engineer

Encorus Group•Depew, NY

2d•$90,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Encorus Group is seeking an experienced Senior Instrumentation & Controls Electrical Engineer to join our Design team in Depew, NY. This role involves leading instrumentation, controls, and automation projects from concept to completion, including system design, instrumentation specification, PLC programming, and SCADA development. The position also includes project management, technical consulting, proposal development, client relationship support, establishing engineering standards, business development, and mentoring junior engineers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
8+ years of experience in electrical, instrumentation, and controls engineering.
Experience with controls engineering, including instrument specification, PLC programming, and SCADA development.
Experience with databases and data logging systems such as SQL Server and Microsoft Access.
Knowledge of quality programs such as NQA-1, ISO 9000, or similar quality management systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, MathCAD, ETAP, EasyPower, Visual, or similar engineering and analytical software.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively on integrated project teams and collaborate across disciplines.
Ability to maintain required certifications as directed by the company.
Willing and able to work in both office and field environments.
Valid driver's license with the ability to travel locally and occasionally out of state.
Ability to pass pre-employment background checks.
Ability to comply with company drug screening requirements, including pre-employment testing.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license in New York is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead instrumentation and controls engineering projects from concept through completion, ensuring quality, accuracy, and compliance.
Oversee system design, instrument selection, PLC programming, and SCADA development.
Develop and maintain engineering standards, templates, and specifications in accordance with industry codes (ISA, NFPA, IEEE, etc.).
Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, documentation, and deliverables as Project Manager.
Prepare technical documentation including estimates, schedules, drawings, calculations, and specifications.
Review designs and existing systems, providing technical recommendations and consulting to clients.
Coordinate with clients, vendors, contractors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve project issues.
Support business development through client engagement, proposals, and identifying new opportunities.
Mentor junior engineers and support their technical and professional development.
Conduct field investigations and site assessments as needed.