Controls Engineer III

We are seeking an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to provide hands-on electrical support for the installation, start-up, and debugging of manufacturing process equipment. This role requires working closely with a cross-functional team—including mechanical, electrical, controls, facilities, IT, and operations—and may involve travel to project sites. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in PLC systems, safety standards, and equipment validation in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage electrical trades executing the installation and debugging of equipment.
• Verify electrical wiring according to specifications, answer technical questions, and perform point-to-point checks.
• Setup and commission PLCs, drives, and field I/O.
• Conduct safety validation checks following SAT documents.
• Coordinate installation plans, ensuring safety and alignment with plant requirements.
• Work closely with engineers and vendors to resolve equipment installation or build discrepancies.
• Maintain and enforce safe work practices.
• Update electrical drawings and equipment documentation to reflect modifications.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in automated equipment design, installation, start-up, and debugging in a high-volume manufacturing setting.
• Strong expertise in PLC system design and programming, particularly with Allen Bradley ControlLogix (Studio 5000, RSLinx, FactoryTalk View).
• Proficient in the configuration and setup of ControlLogix PLC, Ethernet IP communication, HMI SCADA iFix, drive setup and tuning (Yaskawa), and PID tuning.
• Ability to read and update electrical schematics.
• Knowledge of machine guarding and safety standards.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work in diverse teams.
• Capability to multitask and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills to develop and implement effective solutions.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience commissioning PLCs, drives, and sensors across a large integrated manufacturing line.
• Familiarity with safety validation checks and installation planning.
  
  

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Skills: plc systems,automation design,ethernet ip communication,communication,equipment validation,hmi scada ifix,electrical schematics,manufacturing,design,drive setup and tuning,controllogix programming,safety standards,commission,checks,pid tuning,skills