JO-202570: Electrical Engineer – Controls & Systems Integration

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