AmWest Control, Inc.

Controls Engineer - Project Engineer - E,I&C

Brighton, CO

full time

$89,673-$135,972

On-site

Oil and Gas

About This Job

Project Engineer at AmWest Control, Inc.

Are you a passionate and detail-oriented Electrical or Control Systems Engineer looking to make a real impact in a company where your contributions truly matter? Do you thrive in a collaborative, supportive, and fun environment where innovation is celebrated, and every team member has a stake in success? If so, AmWest Control, Inc. is the place for you!

About AmWest Control, Inc.

Since 1986, AmWest Control, Inc. has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing cutting-edge electrical, instrumentation, and control systems for the vital water and wastewater industry. Located in vibrant northeast Denver, we're not just a company; we're a family of innovators, problem-solvers, and dedicated professionals. What truly sets us apart? We are 100% employee-owned! This means every team member has a direct stake in our collective success, fostering a unique culture of Ownership, Accountability, and shared prosperity.

Our success is built on a foundation of strong values: Service, Teamwork, Ownership, Improvement, Compassion, Accountability, and Leadership. We pride ourselves on our close-knit atmosphere, where many employees have built long and fulfilling careers. We value strong personalities and a collaborative spirit, fostering an environment where you can truly contribute, grow, and have fun while doing it. Our commitment to well-documented processes, impeccable organization, and thorough archiving ensures efficiency, quality, and a smooth workflow for everyone.

Your Role: Project Engineer

As a Project Engineer at AmWest Control, Inc., you'll be a vital contributor to our dynamic Engineering team. This is a pivotal role where you'll take the lead in organizing, designing, and implementing critical electrical, instrumentation, and control projects that power the water and wastewater industry. You'll embody our core values, particularly demonstrating Accountability for your project decisions, a commitment to exceptional Service for our customers, and a passion for continuous Improvement. From the initial bid to successful closeout, you'll be instrumental in ensuring clear communication, high-quality deliverables, and ultimately, project success.

What You'll Do:

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Shape Projects from the Start: Collaborate with our estimating and management teams to clearly define project scopes and set up the infrastructure for seamless communication across all stakeholders – from end-users to our production, programming, and service departments. You'll even get to lend your expertise to the bidding process, ensuring clarity and accuracy for AmWest Control's contributions.

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Innovate & Design: Take the reins in designing, documenting, and securing approval for engineered packages. This includes crafting detailed electrical and control system designs, validating logic control, performing precise load and heat calculations, and ensuring full UL 508A compliance. Your meticulous work will uphold our high standards of Service and adherence to our robust processes.

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Drive Project Execution: Masterfully manage project schedules, ensuring timely completion. You'll coordinate every phase, from material release and fabrication to production, rigorous testing, delivery, installation, documentation, and successful start-up. You'll be the go-to person for resolving scope, technical, and budget challenges, and you'll lead project meetings, fostering effective communication and progress with both internal teams and external partners. Your Accountability will shine as you collaborate with the management and accounting team on project billings.

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Ensure Success & Foster Growth: Bring projects to a successful close by tracking and resolving all punch list items and delivering comprehensive project documentation. Beyond completion, you'll lead "Lessons Learned" meetings, providing valuable feedback to other departments, recognizing outstanding practices, celebrating individual contributions, and recommending crucial process Improvements.

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Champion Collaboration: Maintain strong, clear communication with all project stakeholders – from end-users and direct customers to our internal production, programming, and service teams. Your ability to foster effective Teamwork will be key to every project's success.

Who You Are:

We're looking for a motivated and dynamic individual who brings:

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A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE preferred) or a closely related field.

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A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in electrical and instrumentation design and coordination, ideally within the water and wastewater industry.

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A foundational understanding of the water and wastewater industry.

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Exceptional quantitative and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail.

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A solid grasp of the electrical/controls industry.

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An entrepreneurial mindset, always seeking innovative solutions to challenges.

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Outstanding written and oral communication skills, driven by a desire for exceptional Service.

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A self-motivated and detail-oriented professional who is committed to continuous Improvement and refuses to settle for "second best."

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Strong interpersonal skills that enable you to thrive in a diverse, dynamic, and fast-paced environment, fostering genuine Teamwork and Compassion.

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A natural problem-solver with an unwavering attention to detail.

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Well-spoken with an extroverted personality is a definite plus!

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Flexibility and adaptability to align with AmWest Control, Inc.'s evolving business strategies.

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Excellent computer proficiency, including MS Office and Google Business products.

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A deep sense of Accountability for your project decisions and actions.

Working Environment:

You'll primarily work in a comfortable office setting with a moderate noise level. Occasional travel to project construction sites will be required, offering a change of scenery and direct engagement with our projects. We value flexibility and a healthy work-life balance. AmWest Control, Inc. is a drug-free working environment.

Ready to Own Your Career?

If you're ready to join an employee-owned company where your expertise is valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply! Come be a part of AmWest Control, Inc. and help us continue our legacy of innovation and excellence.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $89,673.35 - $135,972.21 per year

Benefits:

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401(k)

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401(k) matching

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Dental insurance

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Health insurance

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Health savings account

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Life insurance

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Paid time off

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Retirement plan

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Vision insurance

Education:

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Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

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E, I & C: 3 years (Required)

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Control Systems Design: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

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Brighton, CO 80601 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

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Brighton, CO 80601: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person