Controls Engineer

Description:

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and installation of control systems for industrial environments. This role requires a solid understanding of industrial processes, control systems, and data communications. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, control engineers, and project managers, to develop control systems tailored to client needs.

Requirements:

Responsibilities:

• Ability to read electrical schematics, P&ID’s, and network diagrams.
• Identify control system components and develop a Bill of Materials to meet project requirements.
• Develop panel layout drawings and electrical schematics.
• Assist with design and development of software for industrial control systems
• Specify process instrumentation.
• Test and debug software solutions in simulated and live industrial environments to ensure stability, reliability, and performance.
• Install, commission, and maintain control systems in client facilities.
• Complete projects within a budget and maintain high customer satisfaction.
• Consistently and reliably support Lead and Senior Engineers on project work.
• Consistently and reliably communicate status updates on assigned tasks to team members, project managers, and customers.
• Acknowledge communications within 4 business hours.
• Spend at least 85% of working hours on billable work.
• Write clear documentation for customers and team members.
• Participate in client meetings to understand requirements and provide technical insights and recommendations.
• Pursue skills and/or certifications on mainstream platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Beckhoff, Ignition, AVEVA, and GE.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 0-5 years of experience in PLC programming, HMI programming, SCADA systems, VFDs, motion control and control panel design.
• Knowledge of, or interest in, industrial processes, mechanical systems, and manufacturing equipment.
• Understanding of networking and communication protocols, e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, IO-Link, DeviceNet
• Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Strong communication (oral, written, and listening) and collaboration skills.
• Possesses problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and aptitude with researching unfamiliar topics
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail, ability to spot and correct errors, and commitment to high-quality work.
• Willingness to travel to client sites for system installation and commissioning.
• Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours as required by clients’ needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Salary: $85,000 - $135,000