Control Systems Engineer

Mitsubishi Power Americas, Inc. in Lake Mary, Florida is looking for a Control Systems Engineer – Hybrid Schedule.

SUMMARY

Mitsubishi Power Americas is a major power generation equipment and storage solutions provider for the energy industry. Our goal is to empower our customers to affordably and reliably combat climate change and advance human prosperity using our technologies. Our products include advanced class gas turbines, hydrogen gas turbines, lithium ion and flow battery technologies, digital solutions, and renewable energy project development.

The Control System Engineer is responsible for developing engineering designs, perform engineering reviews, configuration and testing of Control Systems that meet code, contract and schedule requirements for Mitsubishi Power projects in the Americas. Additional responsibilities include customer training and both remote and on-site support. The role primarily focuses on Control Systems related to large frame industrial gas turbines in simple cycle and/or combined cycle operation with the Steam Turbines. Scope may expand to other control systems within the plant at some future point.

BASIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with applications, estimation, and sales groups in developing new business proposals.
• Design and review new design concepts and assist in the development of new control systems.
• Maintaining and modifying existing control systems.
• Collaborating with design engineers, operations engineers, purchasers, sales & marketing and other internal staff.
• Liaising with clients, suppliers, contractors, project management and other relevant authorities within cost and time constrained environments.
• Understanding and ensuring compliance with the health and safety regulations and quality standards of the country in which work is undertaken.
• Development of RFQ’s for purchasing equipment.
• Configuration of Mitsubishi Control System HMI and Database.
• Manufacturing support and inspection of control systems including Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs).
• Supporting Field Operations in performing on-site installation of Mitsubishi control systems.
  • Provide start-up commissioning, operations and/or troubleshooting support for equipment failures and determine root cause analysis and implement solutions.
  • Prepare and submit accurate reports regarding conditions, required actions and obtained results.
• Overnight travel (at least 10%) by land and/or air.
• Perform Classroom & OJT training of Mitsubishi Control system.
• Perform other such duties as may be required.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures reporting all unsafe activities to Management and/or Human Resources.
• Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
• Contribute to building a positive team spirit.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of employees.
• Protect confidential information by not communicating, disclosing to, or using for benefit of 3rd parties.
• Always maintain a high degree of honesty and integrity.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EDUCATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree (BS) in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from four-year college or university; and at least five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience in specific control disciplines such as advanced process control (APC), distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), OPC/Modbus and other forms of industry known communications and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) as applicable to power plants. Power plant related experience is a plus.

• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

• Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

• Computer Skills: Knowledge of database, project management, spreadsheet and word processing software, electronic mail, graphics, technical diagrams, flow charts, etc.

EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE PREFERENCES

• Basic knowledge in networking concepts is required.
• Previous experience of DIASYS Netmation Control System, PLC or other DCS is required.
• Familiar with USA/International codes and standards such as UL508A, NFPA 70 & 79A, CSA C22. 1, IEC 60204-1, NEMA, etc. is highly preferred
• Knowledge in industrial Control Systems Cyber Security requirements such as NERC CIP and IEC 62443 is highly preferred.
• Experience with Control System and Panels design including but not limited to equipment selection, equipment layout and I/O Module selection and assignment is highly preferred. Control System retrofit experience is highly preferred.
• Computer programming language knowledge using C# or Visual Basic.Net is preferred.
• EPLAN: Experience of the Electric P8 and Pro Panel software is preferred.
• Possessing current, working knowledge of power plants process, operation, control system design is a plus.
• Previous experience with HMI Graphic Creating Tools and High-Performance Graphics is a plus.
• Previous experience with Control Logic programming using Function Block Diagram, Control narrative preparation is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

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Regularly required to stand and walk. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Hearing protection may be recommended and/or required in some areas.

WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision & 401K Matching).
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training.
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays.
• Committed to quality products and services.
• Great working environment and culture.
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.

Mitsubishi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. Therefore, all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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