CONTROL ENGINEER

Serves as the SME for controls / automation within the facility. Provides controls related support and guidance to maintenance, production, and engineering personnel as required to increase safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Qualifications :

Proven experience supporting electrical controls in an industrial environment

Strong electrical, mechanical, analytical, and diagnostic skills, with the ability to define problems and resolve them quickly and safely

Highly proficient with PLC software and hardware to include Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley products (Studio 5000 and similar)

Extensive PLC programming / troubleshooting experience

Experience supporting industrial networks, motor control systems, servo drives, variable frequency drives, safety devices, and electrical distribution systems

HMI / SCADA development expertise (FactoryTalk View, Wonderware, Ignition, and similar)

Strong understanding of electrical theory and devices

Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and diagrams

Experience integrating and commissioning industrial equipment or controls hardware

Effective communication and computer skills

Ability to work both individually and as part of a team

Responsibilities :

Demonstrate safe electrical work practice

Hands-on PLC / HMI programming, modification, and troubleshooting

Support maintenance efforts to diagnose and repair electrical equipment and control devices (i.e., PLCs, motor controls hardware, I / O, drives, sensors, and OT networks)

Lead and / or support internal controls projects from conception to completion including planning, installation, and commissioning as required

Identify opportunities to optimize safety, quality, efficiency, and reliability of production lines with automation

Maintain backup programs for PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs

Work with the Maintenance group to develop and implement a training plan to increase controls knowledge within the team

Identify obsolete controls hardware and ensure appropriate spare parts availability

Work with outside vendors and contractors involved in controls related projects

Minimum Requirements :

Technical Degree in Engineering, Industrial Controls, Automation, Mechatronics, or similar

Formalized training and and extensive experience considered in lieu of a degree

5 years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs

5 years of experience with HMI / SCADA

5 years of experience with Motor Controls (motors, variable frequency drives, DC drives, and standard electrical components)