Purpose:

The Sr PLC Controls Engineer KVK Inc. is responsible to develop and execute innovative, cost-effective design solutions for our customers. Controls Engineer must have aptitude, understanding and desire to automate high tech equipment and must work well in a challenging, fast paced environment for a high level systems integrator. High degree of personal integrity and performs well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Efficient execution of projects to meet or improve upon budgets and schedules.
• Prioritizing workload effectively and responding to all teams in a timely fashion.
• Hands on PLC Controls system design, development, programming, and integration.
• Program HMI/GUI and PLC logic and integrate discrete/analog devices into equipment per project specifications.
• Simulate, test, and commission control systems based on System Description of Operations.
• Working knowledge of control communication platforms.
• Provide on-site technical support during startup and commissioning of new installations
• On-site support for existing installations and troubleshoot machine and control system issues.
• Keep abreast of current and emerging technologies. Follow corporate and industry best practices.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering, product management, and technical support teams.
• Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, energetic environment and manage competing priorities. Strong planning and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Engineering Degree, Technical Degree, Military Tech Training or equivalent, with 5 or more years of industrial experience.
• 5 yrs. Controls/PLC/HMI experience with a conveyor manufacturer and/or systems integrator
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook, Internet, QuickBooks, AutoCAD
• Proficiency preferred in one or more of the following: Allen-Bradley (RSLogix 5000), Siemens, Omron, and or other industry standard PLC platforms, and ladder logic.
• Experience in writing HMI code using Factory Talk View, WonderWare, Siemens WINCC, and other industry standard Graphic User Interfaces.
• Working experience with networking the following platforms: Ethernet, TCP/IP, Serial, DeviceNet.
• Working experience with bar code scanners, cameras and in motion weighing equipment.
• Read and understand electrical schematics, physical and ladder diagrams.
• VFD programming and motor control experience preferred.
• Positive attitude with strong work ethic, integrity, and honesty.
• Excellent communication, editing and writing, as well as verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others to accomplish team goals.
• Team player with demonstrated effectiveness in accomplishing goals within the organization

Industry

• Industrial Automation