Job Description
Electrical I&C Engineer Merrick & Company paid time off, 401(k) United States, Tennessee, Chattanooga 736 Market Street (Show on map) Jun 05, 2026
OVERVIEW Merrick & Company is hiring an Electrical I&C Engineer to work on our Energy, Manufacturing & Bioprocessing team in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A hybrid schedule will be supported.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Provide I&C engineering input in a dynamic multi-discipline environment engineering state-of-the-art instrumentation and control systems, and retrofits and upgrades to existing systems.
Interface with clients, project management, procurement professionals, and other engineering disciplines in matters dealing with control systems.
Develop I&C basis of design and scope of work documents.
Identify design milestones and preparing labor-hour estimates for project proposals.
Develop specifications and datasheets for instrumentation and control systems.
Ensure technical accuracy and conformance to project design criteria of engineered work products.
Ensure appropriate procedures, design guidelines, and design tools are utilized on projects.
Develop innovative project concepts and solutions for advanced technology projects.
Assists with client, customer or regulatory contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignments or meetings.
Travel to domestic client project sites to support projects and assist with marketing Merrick's capabilities. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited institution required. Electrical or Controls Engineering is preferred.
Client projects for this position require U.S. Citizenship.
Minimum of eight (8) years of I&C design experience in industrial processing, power generation, refining, utilities and/or related industries.
Experience directing I&C Work including, instrument sizing, datasheets, specifications, PLC/DCS architecture, PLC/DCS configuration, instrumentation wiring, instrument bus networks, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, HMI configuration, loop diagrams, logic diagrams, and control narratives.
Familiarity with industrial power document development such as electrical one-line diagrams, power and control schematics, hazardous area classification, electrical equipment specifications, power and MCC panel layouts.
Proficient knowledge of industry codes and standards (API, ISA, NFPA/NEC, IEEE, ANSI, NEMA) DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Professional Engineering License. TOTAL REWARDS & EMPLOYEE PROGRAMS
Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
Robust Employee Referral Program.
Annual performance and compensation reviews.
Professional Training and Development.
Employee Recognition Awards.
Peer Mentor Program
And Much More! ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.
