ESI Controls Engineer - TransTech Energy

Controls Engineer - Sisters, Oregon or Denver, Colorado - Hybrid

Company Overview

ENERGYneering Solutions (ESI), a division of TransTech Energy, provides exceptional technical expertise in engineering and operations for the biogas utilization and management industries. Since 2007, ESI has specialized in design, construction, and operations for biogas projects that collectively produce over one million MWh of renewable electricity and over 50 million gallons of renewable vehicle fuel every year. ESI is built upon the principle of providing our clients with unmatched experience, flexibility, and follow-through.

Job Overview

The Controls Engineer works closely with project engineers, project managers, and ESI’s O&M teams to provide industrial control system design for the company’s ongoing biogas utilization projects. The position requires implementing sound engineering principles to ensure project designs are at the industry’s cutting edge. An ability to work independently, self-motivate, and communicate effectively with team members is of the utmost importance to this position.

Reports To

The Controls Engineer reports to the Lead Controls Engineer as a member of the Instrumentation and Controls group.

Location

Hybrid Remote/Office based out of Sisters, OR (Headquarters), or Denver, CO (Satellite Office).

Full remote option available for Senior Controls Engineers with at least 10+ year experience.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Design and review control system documentation including Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), equipment and instrumentation specifications, data sheets, Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), control narratives, I/O list, electrical drawings, and operation manuals.
• Specify measurement and analysis instrumentation and control components for automated industrial process control and plant safety.
• PLC programming and SCADA design.
• Prepare and review UL panel drawings for fabrication.
• Participate in project HAZOP studies.
• Support the review and response to contractor RFIs.
• Support Field Service work with through remote and on-site process troubleshooting and optimization.
• Plan and participate in on-site startup and commissioning activities.
• Interact with other engineering disciplines and departments throughout the company.
• Seek ways to improve and promote quality, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness in all work.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• This is a mid-level position requiring 3+ years of control engineering-related experience in some of or all the following industries: Renewable Energy; RNG - Renewable Natural Gas and Biogas-to-Energy; Gas Processing; Chemical; Power; Waste Management; Environmental Air Quality Control System, Other Industrial Process Automation.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a similar technical field from an accredited university.
• Working knowledge of ISA, NFPA, UL, safety codes, fire codes, and other industry standards.
• Proficiency in process control instrumentation and common data communication protocols including Modbus & HART.
• Proficiency in Studio 5000 PLC programming software.
• Experience tuning control loops.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of software. (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency with Rockwell Automation, GE and Automation Direct products and ignition software.
• Proficiency in SCADA design.
• Proficiency in Gas Analysis.
• Proficiency in UL panel design.
• E.I.T. certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of hire.
• Experience in maintenance planning and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Advanced optimization, trouble shooting, and/or process design skills in a process simulation package.
• Experience in process optimization, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis (RCA) in an energy or manufacturing environment.
• Experience with process metrics and reporting key performance indicators (KPI).

Ideal Candidate

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to deal with complex problems and present recommendations and findings in a clear, concise format; ability to interact effectively at all levels within and outside of ESI. Ability to communicate effectively with team members, vendors, contractors, and leadership.
• Quick learner who adapts well to a fast-moving environment and gets things done, combines creativity, problem-solving skills, and a can-do attitude to overcome any obstacle.
• Highly motivated and willing to take on multiple responsibilities at once; strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in an environment with changing priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range dependent on experience and background.
• Employee benefits include the following, although the costs and coverage may change over time and participation may be based on achieving certain minimum number of hours worked.
  1. Unlimited paid time off.
  2. 401K Company match 100% of your first 3% contribution and 50% of your contributions on the next 2% of salary deferral
  3. Employer sponsored life insurance, long-term disability, and AD&D.
  4. Group health insurance
  5. Group dental and vision insurance.
  6. Annual allowance for continuing education.

ESI is located in beautiful Sisters, Oregon. Nestled at the foot of the Three Sisters, Sisters is surrounded by world-class skiing, biking, hunting, fishing, hiking, climbing, and just about any other outdoor activity you can imagine. ESI elected to build its headquarters in Central Oregon because of the quality of life the region provides. The company takes pride in encouraging a healthy and active lifestyle for its employees. Located about 20 minutes from Bend and Redmond, ESI’s headquarters are easily accessible for all our employees who call Central Oregon home. Our satellite office, located in Golden, Colorado, offers our employees a similar quality of life, with easy access to world-class skiing, climbing, and mountain biking trails. Its close proximity to Denver offers our employees diverse lifestyle opportunities.

ESI’s core values include pride of ownership, a limitless desire to learn, and a relentless approach to solving any challenge. A successful ESI employee not only embraces these values but knows when to lean on the team for support and guidance. We acknowledge that our fast-paced and dynamic environment is not for everyone, but if you are looking for independence and new challenges, ESI will be a great fit.