Project Engineer Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation

Project Engineer Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation

Anaheim, CA Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

The Role

Are you an experienced engineer with a background in industrial automation, controls, and capital projects? Do you enjoy taking projects from concept through commissioning while improving reliability, safety, and operational performance?

We are seeking a Project Engineer Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation to support a range of automation, controls, and electrical engineering projects within a complex industrial manufacturing environment.

This position offers the opportunity to lead projects that improve plant performance, modernize equipment, enhance reliability, and support long-term operational objectives. Working closely with operations, maintenance, contractors, and external suppliers, you will play a key role in delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

Lead electrical, instrumentation, automation, and controls projects from initial scope through commissioning
Develop project budgets, schedules, technical specifications, and performance objectives
Manage upgrades, retrofits, equipment replacements, and new installations
Support the design and implementation of PLC, HMI, SCADA, instrumentation, and control systems
Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and engineering resources throughout project delivery
Oversee equipment procurement, vendor selection, and contractor management
Review technical documentation, drawings, and engineering packages
Lead FAT, SAT, commissioning, startup, and performance testing activities
Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans
Maintain project documentation, technical records, and compliance requirements
Support troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and maintenance initiatives
Provide regular progress updates to stakeholders and leadership teams

The Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
Comprehensive benefits package
Professional development and training opportunities
Exposure to advanced manufacturing and automation technologies
Opportunity to lead impactful capital projects
Collaborative and supportive engineering environment

The Person

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, or an equivalent engineering background with relevant industrial project experience
7+ years of engineering experience within manufacturing, industrial processing, advanced manufacturing, or other complex production environments
Experience managing capital projects from concept through commissioning
Strong knowledge of industrial automation, instrumentation, and control systems
Experience with PLC platforms, HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networks, and instrumentation
Understanding of power distribution, motor controls, MCCs, and electrical systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and P&IDs
Strong project management, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience with Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, or similar automation platforms is advantageous
US Citizenship or Green Card status required

What's Next

If you're looking for an opportunity to lead meaningful engineering projects and make a measurable impact within a growing industrial operation, we'd welcome your application.