I&E Design/Drafter

Automation + Controls Engineering, LLC (ACE) is a wholly owned subsidiary of AWC, Inc. headquartered in Mobile, AL. AWC is a leading Manufacturing Technology company, owned by 600+ employee-owners dedicated to winning together as we lead the way in reinvigorating the manufacturing industry. Providing not just a job, but enabling exciting career paths, in a safe environment for all, that both challenge and reward. We are currently in search of a skilled IT/OT Engineer who shares our passion for learning, utilizing innovative technology to overcome complex issues, and eager to reap the benefits of being an owner. If you fit this description, we would be thrilled to connect with you.
ACE is looking to add to our Engineering team with a multi-skilled I&E Designer/Drafter. This motivated team player will possess an in-depth knowledge of controls systems, AC/DC distribution, AutoCAD and Panel Design. As an I&E Designer with ACE, you will be responsible for the Job duties listed below. This is a Full-Time position located in Mobile, AL.
The Job:

• Maintain protection of the environment and the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate and/or transport our products, as the highest priority.
• Provide complete design and construction work packages that meet safety in design requirements and engineering standards. Work packages may include instructions for the contractor, design drawings, specifications, reference drawings, sketches, pictures, plot plans, BOMs, material takeoffs, etc.
• Develop electrical design documents, including but not limited to one-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, cable schedules, power and cable tray plans, power and cable tray elevations, panel schedules, grounding plans, installation details, block diagrams, and demo sketches.
• Develop instrumentation design documents, including but not limited to instrument index, instrument location plans, junction box location plans, schematic, wiring diagrams, installation details, loop drawings, cabinet layouts, junction box schedules, marshalling cabinet schedules, network communications drawings, block diagrams, conduit and cable schedules, annunciator panel layouts, instrument specifications, and demo sketches. Interface with third party design packages to DCS and PLC control systems.
• Create AutoCAD drawings of electrical & instrumentation systems and handle customization of AutoCAD workstations, manage plotting, transfer of files, importing or converting other CAD file formats, pictures, scans, etc.
• Assist the engineering staff with all aspects of electrical and instrumentation design projects.
• Understand project schedule constraints and information requirements to produce all electrical and instrumentation deliverables in a timely manner.
• Work with Construction resources to resolve installation details and work in the field during project installation, performance of loop checks, and oversight of final commissioning. Verify electrical and instrumentation installation follows the design.
• Perform the necessary QA/QC steps for new field or shop construction.
• Perform electrical and instrumentation system walkdowns and create as-built drawings.
• Help evaluate and validate contractor performance.
• Participate in planned outages.
• Ability to provide simple design supports for scope development following standards.
• Experience using and maintaining an instrument database.
• Complete additional responsibilities as assigned by Project Managers.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment PPE.
• Must be able to respond to visual and audible alarms.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 5 years of I&E design and drafting experience.
• High proficiency in AutoCAD software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Expertise of electrical, instrumentation, and controls construction codes and practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
• Project commissioning and startup experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Applied Sciences in Drafting and Design Technologies (or equivalent)
• 10+ years of relevant experience. Relevant experience includes project development and design as an Instrumentation or Control Systems Designer.
• Experience using AutoCAD.
• Ability to provide technical support for maintenance instrumentation, electrical, and control systems.

About ACE
ACE operates in multiple offices throughout the Southeast United States. We are a Systems Integrator that specializes in the sale and integration of all types of DCS/PLC based control systems.
We are a dynamic group of the most talented Control Systems Engineers in the industry. We offer a stimulating environment of small teams working together in concert with our customers to execute all ranges and types of automation projects.
The Rewards

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(K) Match
• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Package
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Career Development Opportunities