Entry-Level Automation & Controls Engineer (SC)

Description:

Excel Engineering, Inc. is seeking a team-oriented, highly motivated

Entry-Level Automation & Controls Engineer for our Greenville, South Carolina office. We offer full service Electrical & Controls System Engineering Consulting services in the US and abroad.

Since 1990, Excel Engineering, Inc. has differentiated its services from that of its competition by providing engineering solutions to achieve our clients’ business objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Under supervision of supervisor, will perform assigned tasks on large control system related projects.
  
• Develop PLC logic, HMI interface logic, system communications, elementary diagrams, control panel layouts, and instrument specifications.
  
• Prepare installation documents, technical specifications, project work description, bid documents and reports.
  
• Make design decisions within corporate established guidelines, procedures and practices. Apply sound basic controls & instrumentation design methods to develop detailed design.
  
• Travel to client project site, as needed, to gather information before engineering begins, for plant reviews, contractor pre-bid job walks, construction kick-off meetings, construction observation, system checkout and start-up, and project closeout.
  

Requirements:

Education

• Bachelors or Masters� Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from an ABET Accredited Institution.
  
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 Scale.
  

Qualifications

• Interest and experience with computer programming are highly preferred.
  
• Exposure to electrical design and calculations.
  
• Exposure to PLC logic, HMI interface logic, system communications, elementary diagrams, control panel layouts or instrument specifications is preferred.
  
• Engineer in Training (EIT) registration or ability to obtain such is highly preferred.
  
• Willing to travel up to 20% of the time.
  

Additional Skills Applicable to the Role

• Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as verbal and written communications.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with individuals at all levels in the organization in a team environment.
  
• Knowledge of relevant technical software.
  
• Knowledge of MS Office software products: Word/Excel/Outlook.
  

Excel Engineering Offers

• Competitive salary
  
• Continuing education and on the job training
  
• Retirement plan - 401(k) matching
  
• Competitive, comprehensive insurance package
  
• Wellness program
  
• Paid time off
  
• Flexible schedule and work environment
  

Excel Engineering is focused on cultivating a high performing culture where a service oriented approach, continuous improvement and goal orientation are valued. If you enjoy working in a fast paced, challenging and rewarding environment, Excel Engineering is for you!

Excel Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance. In our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, we strongly encourage applicants from populations that are underrepresented in the engineering field to apply. For applicants who need an accommodation to apply, please contact human resources at ExcelHR@exceleng.net.