Control Staff Engineer Design

Overview

Control Staff Engineer 1-3 – Design. This position works with CSNW team members in the planning, designing, and commissioning of control systems for water and wastewater facility projects and industrial manufacturing. The role requires collaboration, critical thinking to solve complex problems, and delivering technically accurate deliverables while providing exceptional client service and managing a diverse workload.

• Design and develop electrical control systems for automated control systems in municipal and industrial applications.
• Create and maintain schematics, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and bill of materials (BOMs).
• Specify programmable logic controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI) computer systems, sensors, and motor controls.
• Collaborate with mechanical and process engineering for designs.
• Support installation and startup with troubleshooting and design support.
• Develop Operations and Maintenance (O&M) documentation.
• Conduct inspections of control system installations.
• Work closely with existing and new clients to improve client services reputation.
• Ensure compliance with UL, NEC, CE and OSHA standards.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics, or equivalent combination of education and experience/training.
• Current EIT license or ability to obtain it in Washington, Idaho or Oregon is preferred.
• 0-4 years related engineering experience; consulting environment preferred.
• 0-4 years in control system designs including:
  • PLC hardware selection (e.g., Allen Bradley, Modicon, Siemens, etc.)
  • Reading and developing control wiring diagrams
  • Developing 24 volt DC protection circuits for field instrumentation
  • Autodesk AutoCAD for electrical designs and O&M documentation
  • Experience with Motor Control Center Technology
• Solid computer skills including spreadsheets and scheduling programs.
• Municipal water/wastewater experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with teams in multiple offices.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of or be willing to learn:

• Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, and Word (preferred).
• AutoCAD and AutoCAD 3D (preferred).
• Basic programming for Python, C, C#, Java, and/or Rust.

This position is primarily performed in an office/business setting with some travel to construction or client sites. To successfully perform this job, an individual should have the ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:

• Sit or stand at a desk for several hours in an office setting.
• Lift up to 20 lbs.
• Travel between CSNW offices and/or job sites.
• Walk around a construction job site.

CSNW offers a multi-component compensation package. Individual base compensation will vary based on skills, qualifications, and experience. CSNW values work/life balance and pays overtime at 1.5 times the base rate for hours exceeding 40 in a work week.

Control Staff Engineer 1-3: $40.00-$50.00/hour

• Health & Wellbeing – 100% paid insurance premiums for medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability, and an employee assistance program (EAP). Two buy-up medical plans are available, with low-cost partner and dependent coverage offered.
• Rest & Recover – Nine (9) paid holidays. Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual.
• Savings Plans – 401(k) with employer matching, potential profit sharing, ESOP contributions, HSA with employer contributions, FSA, and dependent care FSA.
• Team Building & Community – Office social events, all-company retreat, and paid volunteer hours to support local community involvement.
• Career Recognition & Development – Service anniversary bonuses, incentives for licensure, defined career progression, and mentorship from experienced professionals.

CSNW is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. CSNW will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Applicants requiring special assistance and/or people with disabilities can contact CSNW's Human Resources.