Overview

Instrumentation and Controls Engineer I Job Summary This individual will work in DeltaHawk's test department to design, assemble, install, and maintain data acquisition and control systems for R&D and production. These systems will test the proper operation of combustion engines and their individual components by controlling motors, valves, heaters, fans, and relays while measuring parameters such as pressure, temperature, flow rate, torque, and speed. Essential Duties & Responsibilities An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities listed below. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Other duties may be assigned. They ensure the safe operation of data acquisition and control systems through standards and best practicesThey select and implement instrumentation for the required measurement parameters such as accuracy, range, environmental requirements, output signal type or communication protocolThey select and implement data acquisition and control modules such as analog input/output, digital input/output, and temperature to interface with the control and instrumentation devices based on parameters such as acquisition speed, resolution, range, power requirements, environmental requirements, and communication protocolThey select and implement control panel parts such as electrical enclosures, connectors, terminal blocks, and circuit breakers based on parameters such as size, power requirements, quantity and type of inputs and outputs, and environmental requirementsThey select and configure network components such as routers, switches, and firewalls to provide secure and robust communication between system components, workstations, and test stationsThey develop software for PC's and PLC's to provide test system control and data to operators using HMI's and GUI applicationsThey create and maintain documentation such as wiring diagrams, bill of materials, hardware and software descriptions for each test systemThey train staff on the proper use of the test systemsThey maintain good judgment in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines Required Qualifications BS in Electrical or Automation and Controls Engineering (or equivalent) or 5+ years experience working with data acquisition and control systemsExperience with PID loop controlExperience with PLC's or data acquisition and control modules such as analog input/output and digital input/outputExperience with instrumentation such as thermocouples, pressure transducers, flow transducers, and Hall effect sensorsExperience with electrical test equipment such as oscilloscopes, frequency generators, power supplies, and DMM'sExperience with a programming language or framework such as Python, C++, or ArduinoExperience with IT equipment such as routers, switches, and firewallsExperience with electrical connectors, control panel assembly, and solderingCan work effectively within a team to leverage the strengths of others to achieve goalsMust be driven to acquire whatever knowledge or experience is needed to succeedAbility to communicate effectively within a large team as well as to business leadershipExceptionally strong attention to detail Preferred Qualifications Passion for aviationComfortable working with 3D modeling software such as SolidWorksFamiliar with applying standards such as NFPA 70, NFPA 79, UL 509A, ISO 13849, IEC/ISA 62443 or similar Working Conditions This position works in a professional engineering environment combined with a "hands-on" environment including assisting technicians working through problems on and first implementation of designed assemblies.PI2650e5-