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This role is part of our Project Engineering design team, and the successful candidate will participate in engineering to design mechanical and packaged systems for interface to steam, hydro, and gas turbine equipment as well as industrial sector balance of plant equipment as part of overall controls conversions, modifications, and upgrades. This role will focus on developing 2D and 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and documentation for control systems and package equipment, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project standards and providing appropriate technical support to order execution functions including controls engineering, global supply chain, project management, field services, and customers.

Under limited supervision, investigates and procures all data required to develop engineering designs. Performs moderate to complex computer aided designs with emphasis on functionality, manufacturing and maintainability. Prepares designs having distinctive design features that can differ significantly from established drafting precedents. Employs the best combination of all preliminary information and contributing data to develop final design. Prepares layout, design and assembly drawings. Learn current manufacturing/business systems for basic cost, inventory and purchasing information. Handles special projects, as assigned.

• Develop 2D and 3D CAD models for package systems, control cabinets, skids, and related equipment
• Prepare detailed drawings including GA drawings, layouts, wiring diagrams, terminal plans, and cable schedules
• Create and maintain 3D models for control panels, instrument layouts, and package interfaces
• Support integration of package control systems with plant DCS/PLC systems
• Interpret and apply P&IDs, control philosophies, I/O lists, and specifications
• Coordinate with system engineers, electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical teams
• Develop project engineering documentation suitable to meet customer and internal functional requirements
• Provide technical sales support for generation of customer proposals
• Develop project specific test specification procedures, and technical manuals
• Incorporate vendor and OEM data into drawings and models
• Ensure drawings comply with power plant standards, project specifications, and applicable codes
• Revise and update drawings based on engineering changes, site feedback, and as-built requirements
• Support: Provide technical sales support for generation of customer proposals. Engineering documentation support during FAT, SAT, commissioning, installation, troubleshooting and modifications.
  What You Will Bring:
• Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation/Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering (Or Equivalent). At least 5 years of experience in designing and integrating control systems, with a focus on DCS/PLC platforms and BOP cabinet systems. 
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident due to export-controlled nature of work.
• Experience in upgrading complex control systems, including managing cabinet system architectures and ensuring minimal system downtime during upgrades.
• Proven experience as a Package System Designer / Drafter in power plant or industrial projects
• Strong experience in control systems design and drafting
• Hands-on experience with 3D CAD modeling tools (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, EPLAN, SolidWorks, Catia, Unigraphics or similar)
• Proficiency in 2D drafting (AutoCAD or equivalent)
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs

Technical Skills:

• Engineering experience in steam, hydro, or gas turbine auxiliary equipment and applications
• Ability to review contract documentation and customer specifications, and have experience creating equipment specifications and detailed design documentation for the development of appropriate mechanical and packaged systems
• Knowledge of PLC/DCS systems, instrumentation, and industrial communication networks
• Experience working with EPC contractors or OEM package suppliers
• Familiarity with safety-critical systems and their integration into control systems.
• Experience with electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and system layouts.
• Familiarity with PLM tools and proficiency with both solid modelling and 2-dimensional CAD tools for system design (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, Autodesk Inventor).
• Familiarity with industrial automation standards and safety regulations (e.g., IEC, ISO).

Soft Skills:

• Strong attention to detail and document accuracy
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with various engineering teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Good time management and ability to meet project deadlines
• Willingness to support site activities when required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with gas, steam, or combined-cycle power plants
• Exposure to international projects and multicultural engineering teams
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills