JO-202570: Electrical Engineer – Controls & Systems Integration
TypeFull-time job
LocationUnited States
Posted2 hours ago
This is a remote position.
Electrical Engineer – Controls & Systems Integration
Full-Time | Remote | PST (California Time Zone)
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Electrical Engineer with experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, and systems integration to support ongoing engineering projects remotely.
The ideal candidate has strong experience with industrial electrical hardware, control panel systems, instrumentation, electrical design documentation, and coordination with vendors and project teams. This role requires hands-on familiarity with electrical equipment, motor control systems, field instrumentation, and industrial automation standards commonly used in water/wastewater and industrial projects.
This role supports engineering activities related to industrial automation and water/wastewater projects, including design review, estimation, troubleshooting, commissioning support, and technical documentation. The position also offers long-term career growth opportunities into senior and managerial engineering roles as the company continues to expand.
Work Setup
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Setup: Remote
Schedule: PST (California Time Zone)
Compensation: To be discussed during the hiring process
Career Growth Opportunity
This role provides long-term career advancement opportunities into positions such as:
Senior Electrical Engineer
Lead Controls Engineer
Project Engineer
Engineering Supervisor
Engineering Manager
Candidates who demonstrate strong technical expertise, ownership, leadership, and project coordination capabilities will have opportunities to grow within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Follow and comply with customer drawing standards while collaborating with drafting vendors
Perform enclosure cooling, UPS load, and wireway sizing calculations
Prepare instrumentation, power distribution, motor starter, and control panel submittals
Develop interconnection and loop drawing packages, ISA datasheets, and test plans
Assist with engineering activities during estimation, sales, manufacturing, testing, installation, commissioning, and operations
Support troubleshooting and startup activities for electrical and control systems
Prepare project estimates using estimation tools and customer documentation
Conduct engineering design reviews of vendor packages and technical deliverables
Assist in specification, evaluation, purchasing, and inspection of electrical equipment and control systems
Monitor engineering quality and ensure compliance with project standards and specifications
Research and recommend instruments, electrical components, and assemblies suitable for project requirements
Prepare and evaluate system specifications and contract documents for design-build projects
Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams regarding technical requirements and project updates
Notify Engineering Manager/Supervisor regarding scope changes, scheduling concerns, and project risks
Assist in resolving technical issues and initiating project change orders as needed
Support project coordination activities including scheduling, documentation tracking, client communication, and collaboration with cross-functional teams
Perform other engineering-related duties assigned by management
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field is required
PRC Licensed Electrical Engineer is required
3–5+ years of experience as a Systems Integrator, Controls Engineer, Systems Engineer, or related role
Previous experience working with international clients, preferably in a remote or cross-cultural work environment
Experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or system integration projects
Strong hardware experience in industrial electrical and control systems is required
Knowledge of control panels, MCCs, switchboards, instrumentation, and power distribution systems
Ability to read and interpret PLC wiring diagrams, control schematics, motor control drawings, and P&ID drawings
Familiarity with water/wastewater treatment industry experience is a plus
Strong understanding of project scope, scheduling, budgeting, and engineering documentation
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and coordination skills in a remote work environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Willing to work during PST (California) business hours
Experience coordinating with clients, vendors, and internal departments in support of engineering project delivery
Ability to collaborate effectively with multicultural and international teams
Required Hardware & Technical Experience
Candidates must have hands-on experience and familiarity with the following:
Industrial Electrical Hardware
MCC (Motor Control Centers)
VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)
Motor Starters
Soft Starters
Switchboards / Switchgear (Low Voltage 480V/415V and Medium Voltage 1000V+)
Panelboards
ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches)
Generators
Electrical Drawings & Documentation
Conduit Schedules
Interconnection & Loop Drawings
Single Line Drawings
Motor Control Schematics and Drawings
Factory Test Plans
Field Test Plans
Instrumentation & Controls
PLC Control Panels
UL508A Control Panels
Field Instruments:
Flow
Level
Temperature
Pressure
Analyzers
ISA Datasheets
Instrument Lists
I/O Lists
Communication & Standards
Communication Protocols:
Modbus
Profibus
HART
EtherNet/IP
NEC/NFPA code familiarity
Hazardous Area Equipment (Class I, II, III)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with PLC and SCADA systems
Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software
Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities
Knowledge of ISA, NEC, UL508A, or industrial electrical standards
Demonstrates leadership potential, mentoring capability, and experience coordinating teams or project stakeholders
Exposure to project coordination, scheduling, and client-facing communication is highly preferred
Technical Skills Preferred
PLC/SCADA Systems
Industrial Automation
Control Panel Design
MCC & Switchboards
Instrumentation & Controls
Electrical Design Documentation
P&ID Interpretation
System Integration
Commissioning & Troubleshooting
Project Coordination & Technical Documentation
Interested Applicants
Qualified candidates may submit their updated resume/application for review.
We look forward to connecting with professionals who are passionate about automation, controls engineering, and long-term career growth.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Electrical Engineer – Controls & Systems Integration
Full-Time | Remote | PST (California Time Zone)
Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Electrical Engineer with experience in controls engineering, industrial automation, and systems integration to support ongoing engineering projects remotely.
The ideal candidate has strong experience with industrial electrical hardware, control panel systems, instrumentation, electrical design documentation, and coordination with vendors and project teams. This role requires hands-on familiarity with electrical equipment, motor control systems, field instrumentation, and industrial automation standards commonly used in water/wastewater and industrial projects.
This role supports engineering activities related to industrial automation and water/wastewater projects, including design review, estimation, troubleshooting, commissioning support, and technical documentation. The position also offers long-term career growth opportunities into senior and managerial engineering roles as the company continues to expand.
Work Setup
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Setup: Remote
Schedule: PST (California Time Zone)
Compensation: To be discussed during the hiring process
Career Growth Opportunity
This role provides long-term career advancement opportunities into positions such as:
Senior Electrical Engineer
Lead Controls Engineer
Project Engineer
Engineering Supervisor
Engineering Manager
Candidates who demonstrate strong technical expertise, ownership, leadership, and project coordination capabilities will have opportunities to grow within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Follow and comply with customer drawing standards while collaborating with drafting vendors
Perform enclosure cooling, UPS load, and wireway sizing calculations
Prepare instrumentation, power distribution, motor starter, and control panel submittals
Develop interconnection and loop drawing packages, ISA datasheets, and test plans
Assist with engineering activities during estimation, sales, manufacturing, testing, installation, commissioning, and operations
Support troubleshooting and startup activities for electrical and control systems
Prepare project estimates using estimation tools and customer documentation
Conduct engineering design reviews of vendor packages and technical deliverables
Assist in specification, evaluation, purchasing, and inspection of electrical equipment and control systems
Monitor engineering quality and ensure compliance with project standards and specifications
Research and recommend instruments, electrical components, and assemblies suitable for project requirements
Prepare and evaluate system specifications and contract documents for design-build projects
Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and internal teams regarding technical requirements and project updates
Notify Engineering Manager/Supervisor regarding scope changes, scheduling concerns, and project risks
Assist in resolving technical issues and initiating project change orders as needed
Support project coordination activities including scheduling, documentation tracking, client communication, and collaboration with cross-functional teams
Perform other engineering-related duties assigned by management
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering field is required
PRC Licensed Electrical Engineer is required
3–5+ years of experience as a Systems Integrator, Controls Engineer, Systems Engineer, or related role
Previous experience working with international clients, preferably in a remote or cross-cultural work environment
Experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, or system integration projects
Strong hardware experience in industrial electrical and control systems is required
Knowledge of control panels, MCCs, switchboards, instrumentation, and power distribution systems
Ability to read and interpret PLC wiring diagrams, control schematics, motor control drawings, and P&ID drawings
Familiarity with water/wastewater treatment industry experience is a plus
Strong understanding of project scope, scheduling, budgeting, and engineering documentation
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and coordination skills in a remote work environment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Willing to work during PST (California) business hours
Experience coordinating with clients, vendors, and internal departments in support of engineering project delivery
Ability to collaborate effectively with multicultural and international teams
Required Hardware & Technical Experience
Candidates must have hands-on experience and familiarity with the following:
Industrial Electrical Hardware
MCC (Motor Control Centers)
VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives)
Motor Starters
Soft Starters
Switchboards / Switchgear (Low Voltage 480V/415V and Medium Voltage 1000V+)
Panelboards
ATS (Automatic Transfer Switches)
Generators
Electrical Drawings & Documentation
Conduit Schedules
Interconnection & Loop Drawings
Single Line Drawings
Motor Control Schematics and Drawings
Factory Test Plans
Field Test Plans
Instrumentation & Controls
PLC Control Panels
UL508A Control Panels
Field Instruments:
Flow
Level
Temperature
Pressure
Analyzers
ISA Datasheets
Instrument Lists
I/O Lists
Communication & Standards
Communication Protocols:
Modbus
Profibus
HART
EtherNet/IP
NEC/NFPA code familiarity
Hazardous Area Equipment (Class I, II, III)
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with PLC and SCADA systems
Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or similar electrical design software
Experience supporting commissioning and startup activities
Knowledge of ISA, NEC, UL508A, or industrial electrical standards
Demonstrates leadership potential, mentoring capability, and experience coordinating teams or project stakeholders
Exposure to project coordination, scheduling, and client-facing communication is highly preferred
Technical Skills Preferred
PLC/SCADA Systems
Industrial Automation
Control Panel Design
MCC & Switchboards
Instrumentation & Controls
Electrical Design Documentation
P&ID Interpretation
System Integration
Commissioning & Troubleshooting
Project Coordination & Technical Documentation
Interested Applicants
Qualified candidates may submit their updated resume/application for review.
We look forward to connecting with professionals who are passionate about automation, controls engineering, and long-term career growth.
Originally posted on Himalayas
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