Controls Engineer

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Controls Engineer for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Wilmington, NC. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Description:

• $45-$52/HR
• 12-month assignment (with potential to extend or convert based on performance and budget).
• Main responsibilities include:
  • Work with other team members to manage, modify, and develop computer systems required to manufacture optical fiber.
  • Assist team of engineers to provide production support and troubleshooting for 24/7 manufacturing operation. Work with production associates, technicians, and engineers to ensure reliable equipment operation via automated control systems and user interfaces.
  • Support process and product optimization/improvement efforts.
  • Provide training for engineers and/or production associates as needed for new processes, equipment, or control systems.
  • Participate in capital projects.
  • Some after hours, on-call support may be needed.
• 8am-5pm M-F 100% Onsite

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science and 2-3+ years' experience; OR HS Diploma with equivalent experience (5+ years exp).
• Must have Knowledge in computer and PLC programming skills such as: VB, .net, C, Realtime systems or similar.
• Preferred Skills:
  • Ability/experience integrating computers into manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and lower cost
  • MS Windows, iFIX, EthernetIP I/O, Microsoft Office. Real time controls systems, experience with motion systems (desired but not required), SCADA, Twincat
  • Experience in production support in a manufacturing environment
  • Problem-solving and debugging skills; ability to understand real needs behind operations and engineering requests
  • Ability/experience troubleshooting simple low voltage electrical circuitry

If you are interested in hearing more about the position, please respond to this posting with your resume attached or contact me at 813-379-9475.

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