Job Details

Field Control Specialist

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is seeking a Field Control Specialist to work out of our Overland Park, Kansas office.

We strive to create an environment where our field personnel operate safely, delivering excellent technical service, leading to a high degree of client satisfaction. We share lessons learned and keep our safety and technical skills sharp through training and application. If you are interested in a long-term engagement with a high-performing team, please send us your resume. This position requires 90% travel.
Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform control system technical services on utility/boiler plant control systems as well as a variety of other tasks as assigned by utility clients
• Follow all safety rules applicable to your work assignment
• Interact with clients, vendors, contractors, and other PTE employees in a professional manner
• Assist with business development activities such as maintaining client contacts, proposals, estimates, and identifying new opportunities
• Be involved in the scheduling of work assignments
• Provide accurate work summaries, reports, calibration and test data, software files, and other documentation in a timely manner that meets department standards
• Share technical expertise with co-workers
• Be responsible for knowing the scope, schedule, and budget before beginning any work assignments
• Complete and pass all required training activities including OSHA 30-hour course
• Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, have own personal transportation with the ability to provide additional personal liability insurance coverage
• Must be able to pass federal drug and alcohol test
• Must be able to successfully pass client's background screening process

Required Education/Experience

• 2 years of college or technical/trade school study in an instrumentation/controls course
• 5 years of work-related experience in the utility/boiler plant controls business
• Be a self-starter with the ability to organize work duties and take lead roles on field assignments
• Manage multiple tasks and work effectively with different personalities
• Must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and client personnel
• Working knowledge of computers and associated operating software such as MS Outlook, Access, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and vendor software packages
• Have knowledge and understanding of utility/boiler plant operations and control systems
• Be able to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings that include P&IDs, installation details, wiring diagrams, and schematics
• Have knowledge of control system design and hardware and programming such as DCS systems, PLCs, and standalone controllers
• Working knowledge and calibration experience of control system field devices such as transmitters, control valves, actuators and pressure, level and temperature switches
• Must have mechanical and electrical aptitude with to control system components, installation, and maintenance

Desired Education/Experience

• An electrical or mechanical engineering technology degree, from an ABET-accredited university
• Experience working for a controls integrator with utility experience
• Control system manufacturer training

POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, POWER and WSP's 73,900 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects.

At POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.

We are a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!
POWER Engineers, Member of WSP, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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