We seek a Controls Engineer interested in a rewarding career in a fast-paced, team environment.   The individual will work with teams of engineers of varied disciplines to provide excellent client service, from the design concept stage through commissioning and job closeout.  

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:  Programming/integrating PLC's (Allen Bradley, Siemens,) and HMI's; creating Bills of Material (BOMs) and purchasing control system components; creating panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and design specifications.  Requires an understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and their associated controls including a thorough understanding of P&IDs and process controls.  Will work with other project engineers and technicians to design, set up and perform system functionality tests on equipment in our fabrication facility, and at customer sites to verify proper system operation as defined by control sequences.

Basic requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the design/build/programming of PLC systems with field experience, from design to start up.
• Knowledge of, and the ability to apply the National Electric Code (NEC) and UL508A as well as best practices for control panel design is required.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks as well as a proven record of excellent client service is a must.  
• A strong, proven mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to travel to customer facilities for design meetings, equipment installation supervision, and commissioning.   
• Field experience, from design to start-up, is required.  

We seek an Entry Level Controls Engineer interested in a rewarding career in a fast-paced, team environment. The individual will work with teams of engineers of varied disciplines to provide excellent client service, from the design concept stage through commissioning and job closeout. 

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:  
Programming/integrating PLC's (Allen Bradley, Siemens,) and HMI's; creating Bills of Material (BOMs) and purchasing control system components; creating panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and design specifications.  Requires an understanding of mechanical and electrical systems and their associated controls including a understanding of P&IDs and process controls.  Will work with other project engineers and technicians to design, set up and perform system functionality tests on equipment in our fabrication facility, and at customer sites to verify proper system operation as defined by control sequences.

Basic requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Experience in the design/build/programming of PLC systems. 
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• A strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to travel (approximately 75% travel) to customer facilities for design meetings, equipment installation supervision, and commissioning.

The individual for this position will gain hands-on experience as well as a broad based perspective of the roles and responsibilities of an Instrumentation and Controls Engineer by initially working at various jobsites. The individual will travel extensively to learn the integration role of an I&C engineer by exposure to various test cell environments in which they will gain knowledge of the equipment and trouble shooting skills required for this position.

We seek a Controls Technician interested in a rewarding career in a fast-paced, team environment.   This individual will work within a group of controls engineers and technicians to fulfill the instrumentation and controls responsibilities for a variety of process and industrial projects. 

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:  Design, set up and perform system functionality tests on equipment in our nearby fabrication facility and at customer sites.  Obtain, review and report on equipment quotations, contractor bids, proposals, and technical submissions.  Solicit and review bids, and purchase electrical and controls equipment for projects. Generate field sketches and diagrams to communicate systems installation requirements to construction personnel. Perform onsite startup and validation of equipment, including stays for up to two weeks at a time, at certain stages of projects.  I/O checkout and troubleshooting, calibration of instrumentation.  Ability to diagnose and perform hands-on repairs of all types of equipment and instrumentation (mechanical and electrical test equipment measurement devices, actuators, control systems, motor drives, pumps, valves, regulators, etc.).  Will work with other technicians and engineers to design, set up and perform system functionality tests on equipment in our fabrication facility, and at customer sites to verify proper system operation as defined by control sequences.

Basic requirements include:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years field experience in the commissioning and startup of PLC systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks as well as a proven record of excellent client service is a must.  
• Experience in instrumentation, calibration, checkout and troubleshooting. 
• Ability to understand and interpret P&IDs and schematics. 
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills and highly effective interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to travel (approximately 75% travel) to customer facilities for design meetings, equipment installation supervision, and commissioning.

We seek a Controls Technician interested in a rewarding career in a fast-paced, team environment. This individual will work within a project team of controls engineers and technicians to fulfill the instrumentation and controls responsibilities for a variety of process and industrial projects.  NOTE: ACS’s corporate office is located in Madison, Wisconsin, however this position will be located in Greenville, South Carolina, at one of our customer’s sites. 

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:  Design, set up and perform system functionality tests on equipment in our nearby fabrication facility and at customer sites.  Obtain, review and report on equipment quotations, contractor bids, proposals, and technical submissions.  Solicit and review bids, and purchase electrical and controls equipment for projects. Generate field sketches and diagrams to communicate systems installation requirements to construction personnel. Perform onsite startup and validation of equipment, including stays for up to two weeks at a time, at certain stages of projects.  I/O checkout and troubleshooting, calibration of instrumentation.  Ability to diagnose and perform hands-on repairs of all types of equipment and instrumentation (mechanical and electrical test equipment measurement devices, actuators, control systems, motor drives, pumps, valves, regulators, etc.).  Will work with other technicians and engineers to design, set up and perform system functionality tests on equipment in our fabrication facility, and at customer sites to verify proper system operation as defined by control sequences.

Basic requirements include:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years field experience in the commissioning and startup of PLC systems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks as well as a proven record of excellent client service is a must.  
• Experience in instrumentation, calibration, checkout and troubleshooting. 
• Ability to understand and interpret P&IDs and schematics. 
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills and highly effective interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to travel to customer facilities and work on site for equipment installation and commissioning.

We seek a General Construction Project Engineer interested in a rewarding career in fast-paced, team environment. The individual will provide coordination of multiple aspects of construction management for projects. The position will initially require the individual to spend time in both the Madison, WI (ACS’s home office) and in the Chicago, IL area (the project job site) from the summer of 2012 through the spring of 2013.

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Work with teams of engineers of varied disciplines to provide excellent client service from the design concept stage through commissioning and job closeout.
• Demonstrated understanding of construction/design process.
• Work with all aspects of Contract Manager construction management software.
• Work with project scheduling (Microsoft Project) and project cost estimating (Microsoft Excel) software.
• Assist in project management of construction projects.
• Work with clients to establish general construction design criteria for engineering design firms and design/build contractors.
• Effectively review and coordinate architectural and engineering design documents.
• Demonstrate flexibility in responding to unexpected demands due to changes in project scope or deadline.  Use strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks to effectively handle deadline pressures without creating workflow problems for others.
•  Maintain quality subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Work on multiple projects in a given time period, depending upon project size and deadline.

Basic requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Engineering.
• Experience in construction industry would be a plus but not required.
• Proven record of excellent client service.
• Ability to travel to meetings outside of the office.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with personal computers and common programs such as Word, Excel, email and Internet research as needed.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills.

Are your engineering talents being fully utilized?  ACS seeks to hire a Mechanical Engineer who is highly knowledgeable and experienced in HVAC design, procurement and construction phases, and commissioning.

Basic requirements include:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• LEED Certification or willingness to get certified.
• Minimum 5 years experience in HVAC design;
• Knowledge and experience with chilled, tower, process and hot water systems; steam, gas, refrigeration, compressed air, fuel, comfort and process air side systems.
• Experience with fire suppression and plumbing systems.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks as well as a proven record of excellent client service.
• Work to meet client deadlines including balancing multiple priorities and responding to changes in deadline, scope and design as they occur.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills and highly effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to customer facilities for design meetings, equipment installation supervision and commissioning.

We seek a Mechanical Engineer - Vibration interested in a rewarding career in a fast-paced, team environment.  The individual will serve the needs of internal and external clients requesting assistance with vibration analysis, testing, and successful application of solutions.

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Modeling and analysis of linear and torsional vibration.  Analysis includes, but is not limited to, FEA model development and modeling to predict component and system interactions.
• Vibration testing and analysis including spectral, modal, and rotational analysis.
• Structural vibration isolation and dampening analysis for facilities & equipment, including inertia mass isolation.
• Design and successful implementation of vibration mitigation solutions.
• Use and assist clients with measurement systems, data logging and analysis.
• Recognize data quality issues and address them in a timely manner.
• Interface with and manage third-party vibration consultants and specialists.
• Ability and desire to remain up-to-date with engine and vehicle vibration related testing requirements and regulations.
• Assist in developing proposals for new business by supplying and researching cost data and technical information.
• Ability to work with clients and vendors to specify, procure, and manage the design/delivery of major test equipment, including instrumentation, dynamometers, data acquisition systems, and acoustical treatments.
• Obtain, review, and report on equipment quotations, proposals, and technical submissions.
• Develop schedules, lists, and other tools to communicate equipment details and installation requirements to other project staff and contractors.
• Ability to work with technicians in a test cell environment.
• Anticipate and identify work to be done to meet project deadlines.  Raise day-to-day and long-term schedule, budget, and quality issues with the appropriate people (Project Managers, Group Leaders, and Principals) in a constructive manner. 
• Work to meet client deadlines including balancing multiple priorities and responding to changes in deadline, scope and design as they occur.  Often working on two or more projects in a given time period, depending upon project size and deadline.
• Use good written skills to a) write and edit design specifications; b) respond to Requests for Information (RFIs) incorporating information from project documents, specifications, shop drawings and design criteria; and c) write meeting notes. Review or delegate the review of shop drawing submittals.
• Read and distribute relevant project correspondence and maintaining project files.
• Responsible for maintaining engineering drawings associated with test cell/facility integrated test equipment.
• Make certain that drawings are updated to reflect permanent field modifications.
• Able to work flexible hours as part of a group that must provide 24/7 support to the integrated test equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5 years experience to include FEA model development and software analysis skills for vibrations.
• Experience in the application of vibration sensors, and instrumentation.  Engine testing would be strongly desired. 
• Have an understanding of vibration testing standards (ANSI, ISO, etc.), measurement practices, sensors, and equipment.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, ability to work as a committed team member.
• Must have the following personal skills and characteristics:  Problem solving skills, strong organizational and time management skills, willingness to accept responsibility, team player, takes initiative to improve personal skills strong interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively with all internal and external levels and groups.
• Must be able to travel to customer facilities for client meetings, hardware and equipment installation supervision, and commissioning.  Travel may be spent on local, national, and international job sites.

ACS seeks an Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer to perform the following:

• Performs detailed engineering functions including: engineering calculations, develops flow diagrams and P&ID’s, uses ProE to develop 3D models, selects and purchases devices, and works with Verona Fabrication Facility to design for manufacturability.
• Defines design criteria and develops feasible design concepts based on client’s needs and requirements.
• Develops cost estimates for equipment concepts and works with the project manager and other team members to develop proposals.
• Creates and executes equipment project work plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Oversees fabrication of designed equipment in Verona shop through work order creation and management and regular communication with shop personnel.
• Oversees and performs Factory Acceptance Testing at Verona as required to ensure equipment is functioning to client’s specifications before shipment.
• Works on multiple projects in a given time period, depending upon project size and deadline.

Basic requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Masters degree preferred.
• Work experience and familiarity with engine testing a plus.
• Excellent engineering skills to including FEA, Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer and Statics.
• Strong problem solving, organizational, and time management skills. 
• Ability to work well in a project team environment, including: willingness to accept responsibility, team player, takes initiative to improve personal and interpersonal skills, ability to work effectively with all internal and external levels and groups.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated excellent technical writing skills.
• Ability to travel to customer facilities for client meetings, equipment installation, and commissioning.

We seek an Entry Level Mechanical Engineer HVAC interested in a rewarding career in a fast-paced, team environment. The individual will perform the facilities mechanical engineering responsibilities for a variety of laboratory, process and industrial projects.

Essential job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: 

• Scope definition and concept design for mechanical facilities and fabricated equipment fluid systems.
• Develop proposals, cost estimates and schedules for mechanical systems and commissioning.
• Perform constructability review - installation, phasing, space, utility requirements.
• Perform quality review - design criteria, maintenance, balance/control, diversity/capacity.
• Prequalify, solicit, analyze, and report on equipment quotations, contractor bids, proposals, and technical submissions.
• Periodic visits to the jobsite, including stays for up to two weeks at a time to oversee field contractor activities to ensure quality and schedule and for troubleshooting.
• Schedule and manage vendors and sub-contractors, including submittal review process and deliveries, while maintaining quality subcontractor and vendor relationships.
• Perform or coordinate onsite startup and validation of equipment, including multiple stays for up to two weeks at a time.
• Repair/troubleshooting of equipment, controls, and facility and process systems.
• Create operation and maintenance manuals, preventative maintenance plan and training plan and execute training for installed systems for Owner’s staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Mechanical contractor and/or internship experience would be a plus but not required.
• Excellent engineering skills including thermodynamics and fluid systems, water, steam, gas, refrigeration and air courses.
• Excellent technical computer skills, using primarily MS Office.
• Work to meet client deadlines including balancing multiple priorities and responding to changes in deadline, scope and design as they occur.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and ability to work as a committed team member.
• Must have the following personal skills and characteristics:  Problem solving skills, strong organizational and time management skills, willingness to accept responsibility, team player, takes initiative to improve personal skills, ability to work effectively with all internal and external levels and groups.
• Ability to travel to customer facilities for design meetings, equipment installation supervision and commissioning.

The individual for this position will gain hands-on experience as well as a broad based perspective of the roles and responsibilities of Mechanical Engineer HVAC by learning these skills under the supervision of a lead Mechanical Engineer.

ACS seeks a talented and versatile individual with 10 or more years of experience as a mechanical engineer or process engineer who has progressed into Project Management.  The candidate hired for this position would enjoy a unique training and work experience, by first working at our Madison, Wisconsin (USA) corporate office  for a period of up to 2-3 years, and then relocating to our Leicester (England) office to support that office’s UK and EU operations.  Relocation costs and related expenses are paid by ACS.  Travel to locations such as the UK, China and India to serve our client needs and manage projects will be a requirement of this position.  This position is intended to be based at our offices in Leicester, England, after the initial work/training in the United States.

Responsibilities include a high level of project management responsibility, to include leading teams of internal and/or external architects, engineers and contractors of varied disciplines to provide excellent client service from the design concept stage through commissioning and job closeout, provide accurate and detailed cost estimating for various projects, maintain quality subcontractor and vendor relationships, execute details of construction job contract on client’s behalf, and work on multiple projects in a given time period, depending upon project size and deadline.

Basic requirements must include a four-year university degree in mechanical engineering or construction-management related field (required for proper work visas), 10 or more years experience as an engineer having progressed to Project Manager with an engineering/ construction design firm or automotive test facility, proven record of excellent client and subcontractor relationships, detailed knowledge of acceptable construction industry practices, experience in preparing accurate cost estimates and the ability to review design documents to ensure the project is “buildable” when considering the client’s budget and schedule.  Will need to be  knowledgeable regarding applicable codes and regulations in the client’s locale.  Must be able to travel extensively.  ACS will pay costs associated with obtaining the proper work visas and temporary assignment to the U.S. for training.

Are your engineering talents being fully utilized?  ACS seeks to hire a Senior Mechanical Engineer who is highly knowledgeable and experienced in Industrial HVAC and Mechanical Systems design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. Our intention is that this opportunity could grow into a management position in the future.

Basic requirements include: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years experience in Industrial HVAC and Mechanical Systems design at a consulting engineering firm or a Design/Build Mechanical Contractor.
• Knowledge and experience with chilled, tower, process and hot water systems, steam, gas, refrigeration, compressed air, fuel, comfort and process air side systems.
• Ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks as well as a proven record of excellent client service.
• Work to meet client deadlines including balancing multiple priorities and responding to changes in deadline, scope and design as they occur.
• Highly effective oral and written communication skills and highly effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel to customer facilities for design meetings, equipment installation supervision and commissioning.
• Project management or team management experience is preferred.
• LEED Certification or willingness to get certified.
• Work experience at a Mechanical Contracting firm desired but not required.
• Experience with fire suppression, plumbing systems and PLC control systems would be a plus but not required.