Entry Level Field Control Specialist
POWER Engineers
**Entry Level Field Control Specialist**
Location **Overland Park**
Secondary Locations
Job Code **18062**
\# of openings **1**
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**Entry Level 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**
+ 1+ years of college or technical/trade school study in an instrumentation/controls course
+ 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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