Electrical Engineer / SCADA Controls Designer

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Electrical Engineer / SCADA Controls Designer

ESP Associates, P.A.

Location

Fort Smith, AR, 72903 • Fayetteville, AR, 72703 • Little Rock, AR, 72204

Experience

Mid

Posted

Jul 22, 2026

Apply by

August 21, 2026

Applicants

0

Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office

Job Description

McClelland Consulting Engineering has an immediate opportunity for an Electrical Engineer / SCADA Controls Designer specializing in water/wastewater design, program, and automation systems (PLCs, HMIs, SCADA) to control treatment plants and pump stations. This hands-on role involves creating electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and network architecture, ensuring reliable infrastructure operation through technical design. This individual can work out of the following MCE offices: Fayetteville, AR; Little Rock, AR; or Fort Smith, AR. Responsibilities - Provide complete electrical design for water and wastewater projects, including pumping systems and all aspects of treatment design - Develop electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and P&IDs using CAD software (e.g., SkyCAD, AutoCAD) for water/wastewater projects. - PLC/SCADA Programming: Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and HMI/SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition, Wonderware). - System Integration: Design PLC I/O, control strategies, networking equipment, and communication systems (fiber optic, radio telemetry). - Project Documentation: Produce submittal packages, technical specifications, control narratives, and I/O point lists for municipal clients. - Field Support: Support field integration, troubleshooting, and startup activities to ensure proper operation. - Troubleshoot existing process controls when requested for water and wastewater clients. Required Qualifications - Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (preferred) - Minimum of 10 years’ experience in instrumentation and control (I&C) design within water/wastewater. - Proficiency with PLC/SCADA platforms (Ignition highly preferred), CAD software, and electrical design principles. - Strong understanding of P&IDs, instrument datasheets, VFDs, and field devices. - Ability to produce accurate, clean drawings with minimal supervision. - Experience troubleshooting for water and/or wastewater projects in Arkansas. - Strong communication skills for coordinating with project managers and client representatives. - Familiarity with municipal design standards and wastewater treatment processes. - Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy. # Travel Typical job requirements involve primarily travel to jobsites in Arkansas. Extended travel to projects in other states may be required periodically. MCE offers an excellent employee benefits package including: - Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews. - 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility at beginning of the quarter following 3 months’ employment) - PTO (Paid Time Off) & 9 Paid Holidays - Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days) - Short-Term Disability Insurance (MCE self-insured) - Long-Term Disability Insurance (Employer paid) - Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance - Flexible Spending Account & Limited Flexible Spending Account - HSA Savings Account - Additional Optional Insurances Available

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide complete electrical design for water and wastewater projects including pumping systems
  • Develop electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and P&IDs using CAD software
  • Program, configure, and troubleshoot PLCs and HMI/SCADA systems
  • Design PLC I/O, control strategies, networking equipment, and communication systems
  • Produce submittal packages, technical specifications, and control narratives
  • Support field integration, troubleshooting, and startup activities
  • Troubleshoot existing process controls for water and wastewater clients

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Skills Required

PLC programmingSCADA systemsCAD softwareSkyCADAutoCADAllen-BradleySiemensIgnitionWonderwareP&IDsVFDsInstrumentation and control designCommunicationAbility to work with minimal supervisionFiber optic networkingRadio telemetry

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid Time Off
  • 9 Paid Holidays
  • Health, Vision & Dental Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance and AD&D Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • HSA Savings Account

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