What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer - Direct Hire position at Aegis Worldwide?
Job Description
Job Description
Summary :
A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Controls Engineer to design, program, and analyze machine control systems from concept to full-scale production. This role is essential in developing next-generation machine tool controls, ensuring efficiency, safety, and reliability in industrial automation.
Responsibilities :
- Design and develop machine control systems that meet customer and company specifications while optimizing cost and engineering time.
- Create and layout electrical components in a space-efficient, safe, and cost-effective manner.
- Program PLCs and HMIs to ensure smooth and efficient machine operation while integrating all necessary safety features.
- Evaluate internal and external design capabilities, providing accurate specifications and documentation to ensure projects remain on schedule.
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers and project coordinators to review designs before production.
- Prepare and maintain documentation for customer approval, including purchase orders, drawings, and technical reports.
- Source competitive quotations for electrical enclosures, control panels, and other necessary components while considering lead times to keep projects on track.
- Work closely with production teams during machine assembly, startup, debugging, and final testing.
- Support field service technicians and training personnel during machine installations at customer locations.
- Assist sales and aftermarket teams by providing technical expertise when needed.
- Attend project meetings related to scheduling, job content, and overall progress.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and recommend innovations for future machine designs.
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