The Role:
Engineers are responsible for technical leadership while working closely with NEC customers to support a wide range of work scopes focused on instrumentation & electrical design across various DCS & PLC platforms. Some working knowledge of the design and specification of Emerson products, other various controls system hardware, and computer networking equipment preferred.

What You Will Do
• Technical lead with ownership of customer site relationships (satisfaction, on time delivery, service, and quality).
• Support specification of instrumentation, control system equipment and misc. materials based on defined customer needs for assigned projects and proposals.
• Design control panels for a wide range of controls applications.
• Generate scopes of work and procure vendor bids for assigned projects or proposals.
• Manage and provide direction to site vendors to maintain project schedule.
• Review OEM/vendor submittals for adherence to customer standards and defined controls guidelines.
• Lead and/or execute pre-FAT/FAT on OEM or customer supplied equipment.
• Lead and/or execute site startup activities (loop checks/commissioning).
• Generate and manage loop check/commissioning documentation.
• Generate and manage project punch lists to completion.
• Capable of troubleshooting traditional analog and discrete signals as well as other communication types (HART, Fieldbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, AS-I, Ethernet I/P, Modbus).
• Capable of utilizing various handheld testing devices to support control loop testing and/or troubleshooting of wiring and connectivity issues.
• Utilize DCS/PLC platform software to support troubleshooting (e.g. DeltaV Diagnostics, AMS Device Manager)
• Support I&C engineering (FEED) studies based on customer requests.
• Work with sales team to lead proposal efforts by assisting with I&C estimates, site walkdowns, scope write-ups and preliminary BOM generation.
• Provide feedback to the organization of site opportunities.
• Responsible for providing uncompromising quality to all work processes in designated area of responsibility.
• Has the authority to stop those work processes at any time it is believed that quality is being compromised
• Performs other duties as assigned; responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• Physical demands: Lifting up-to 50 lbs.

What You Will Bring
• Bachelor’s Degree in related engineering field or equivalent OTJ experience.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in engineering or related field.
• Ability to perform as part of a team.
• Appropriate and professional demeanor and appearance.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while maintaining project commitments.
• Solid written, organization and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple and changing priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Knowledge of the basic concepts of process control theory.
• Ability to interpret P&ID’s, electrical schematics, loop drawings and general equipment arrangement drawings.
• Understanding of DCS/PLC physical layer and control hardware (DeltaV specific preferred)
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD software.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Products. (Excel, Word, Access, Project)

Not Required, but Preferred Qualifications:
• DCS/PLC programming preferred, but not required.
• Some understanding of DeltaV software physical layer configuration a plus, but not required.
• Experience working with cGMP or in a validated environment a plus, but not required.
• Understanding of hazardous area and intrinsic safety design a plus, but not required.

Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Here’s What You’ll Get
• Highly competitive Medical and Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• Unlimited PTO policy
• 401(k)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Professional Development Reimbursement
• NECI paid Basic Life & Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident, Term Life, Whole Life Insurance
• Flu Shot Clinic & First Aid/AED/CPR Classes

Policy on Third-Party Unsolicited Resume Submissions: Please note that any third-party unsolicited resume submissions will immediately become the property of NECI. NECI will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.

Please Note: NECI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.