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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client is a solutions provider in the engineering space delivering automation, instrumentation, electrical systems, and process-control work across manufacturing, laboratories, and process industries. They are hiring an entry-level I&C (Instrumentation & Control) Engineer to join project teams and learn hands-on control, instrumentation, and electrical systems work.

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What You’ll Do

You will support experienced engineers, technicians, and project managers on control, instrumentation, and electrical projects across customer sites and in the office.

• Help design control panels and electrical systems
• Read and update electrical drawings and wiring diagrams
• Support control system startups, testing, loop checks, and commissioning
• Troubleshoot sensors, wiring, signals, and control systems
• Support PLC and DCS projects and commissioning activities
• Review electrical installation work and vendor documentation
• Assist with customer site visits, project estimates, and material lists
• Prepare project documents, test records, and punch lists
• Collaborate with customers and project teams to resolve issues and complete projects
• Follow safety and quality requirements and raise concerns when work is unsafe

You may work with communication and signal protocols such as HART, Fieldbus, Profibus, DeviceNet, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, and Modbus. Training and mentorship are provided.

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What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field — equivalent hands-on experience may be considered
• 0–2 years of related experience (internships, co-ops, school projects, or hands-on experience)
• Interest in automation, electrical systems, instrumentation, and field work
• Basic knowledge of electrical systems and wiring diagrams
• Curiosity about sensors (temperature, pressure, flow) and industrial signals
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, SolidWorks Electrical, EPLAN, or similar tools is helpful but not required
• Good communication, organization, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and learn from experienced team members
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when required

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Helpful Experience

Experience with any of the following is a plus but not required:

• PLCs, DCS systems, instrumentation, or control panels
• Electrical and automation standards (NEC, UL 508A, IEC, ISA)
• Circuit or panel design
• Emerson DeltaV or other process control systems
• cGMP / validated environments
• Hazardous area work or intrinsic safety
• Industrial communication networks

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What You’ll Get

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Unlimited vacation time
• 10 paid holidays
• 12 weeks paid birthing-parent leave
• Pet insurance
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Employee referral bonus
• Professional development reimbursement
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance

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Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $75,000–$80,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and business needs. Hired applicants will also be eligible for a variable incentive plan.

This posted range is a good-faith estimate of expected compensation at time of posting. Final pay will be determined based on experience and other factors.

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On-Site & Travel Requirements

• Fully on-site five days per week for the first 4–6 months; after that, typically on-site four days per week (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; the fourth day alternates between Tuesday and Friday)
• Travel to customer sites throughout New England approximately 30–75% (varies by project)
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States

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Policy on Third-Party Resume Submissions

Any unsolicited third-party resume submissions will become the property of Confidential Client. Confidential Client will not pay a fee to any agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is in place.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.