Electrical Control Technician

Job Summary: Amentum is seeking an Electrical Control Technician to join our team in McLean, VA! As the Electrical Control Technician you will install, maintain, test, startup, and adjust a wide variety of site (Central Plant and main office building) electrical, electronic, electro-pneumatic, and electro-mechanical instrumentation and control systems/equipment. Principal site-specific electrical and controls (E&C) systems include, but are not limited to, those associated with the electrical distribution system, turbine generators, chillers, boilers, incinerators, and HVAC equipment. In addition, provide technical support as required to the E&C Engineer in the performance of her/his duties. Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
HOURS: Monday-Friday, 5:30AM-2:00PM
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read, interpret and troubleshoot site E&C system deficiencies using electrical schematics, loop diagrams, control logics, mechanical drawings and piping & instrument diagrams (P&IDs). Troubleshoot indiscriminately both the mechanical and electrical sides of systems. Maintain as-built logics, control loop diagrams, and documentation for all assigned systems.
• Install, program, troubleshoot, calibrate, tune, preventive and predictive maintenance (condition monitoring), replace and repair all assigned E&C systems and all associated electrical, electronic, electro-pneumatic, and electro-mechanical components, including instrumentation and end-elements.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software problems; perform simple programming, data base changes, and alarm log reviews; perform and maintain system back-ups and history database files; develop and install graphics to enhance operation and maintenance; and perform miscellaneous administrative functions as directed by E&C Engineer on site’s microprocessor-based central control systems.
• Program and troubleshoot ladder logic, both in hard-wired relays and PLC, for control systems.
• Adjust control system parameters as required and/or directed by E&C Engineer.
• Perform startup and checkout of newly installed E&C systems prior to operations turnover.
• Perform in-house training of personnel on operation of site’s microprocessor-based central control systems.
• Direct repair personnel as assigned.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Five (5) years working experience with 480VAC minimum.
• Two (2) years experience in maintenance and repair on commercial/industrial/residential building equipment to include, but not limited to: cooling towers, pumps, heat exchangers.
• Journeyman Electrical License.
• Universal CFC refrigerant handling certification.
• High school, technical school, apprenticeship, trade school graduate or equivalent required.
• Working experience in electrical, industrial electronics, and electro-pneumatics.
• Ability to read, interpret, and troubleshoot using electrical schematics, loop diagrams, control logics, mechanical drawings, and piping & instrument diagrams (P&ID’s).
• Working knowledge of PLC. Must be able to read, interpret, and troubleshoot ladder logic from computer terminal.
• Understanding of and fluent with computer language, NT-based system.
• Knowledgeable in direct digital control (DDC) and other forms of electronic controls.
• Hands-on experience in calibration and maintenance of electronic and / or electro-pneumatic control system equipment.
• Hands-on experience in repair and troubleshooting of motor control centers and variable frequency drives (VFD’s).
• Hands-on experience or potential to quickly learn operating and control systems for principal site-specific systems including, but not limited to, the electrical distribution system, turbine generators, chillers, boilers, incinerators, and HVAC equipment.
• A willingness to work rotational shift if necessary, including days, evenings and nights, as well as, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years working experience with high voltage up to 15,000VAC, preferred.
• Ability to write correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Understanding of Distributed Control Systems (DCS), preferred.
• Understanding of HVAC building management systems (BMS), preferred.
• Certified and proficient in UNIX-based computer systems to include hands-on and/or classroom experience, preferred.
• Active Top Secret security clearance.