Controls Engineer

Position: Controls Engineer

Location: Johns Creek, GA

Contract Duration: 8 Months (Target Start: June 9, 2025)

Note: Beckhoff TwinCAT PLC experience is mandatory

Overview & Objective

We are seeking one (1) expert Controls Engineer to support Beckhoff TwinCAT PLC systems in a 24/7 medically regulated (cGMP) environment. This 8-month contract role is focused on:

• Investigation, development, and testing of PLC programs

• EtherCAT diagnostics and safety system integration

• Specification monitoring defeat analysis

• High-quality documentation in compliance with FDA and cGMP standards

Scope of Work

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for:

• TwinCAT Program Enhancement

  • Investigate, design, develop, test, and validate PLC code (Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT)

• Hardware Diagnostics

  • Improve EtherCAT diagnostics, HMI messaging, and logging functions

• Safety Systems

  • Enhance and validate safety signal logic

  • Implement and verify failure messaging

  • Ensure compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards

• Specification Monitoring

  • Investigate and report on potential bypasses in monitoring systems

  • Develop and test mitigation strategies to prevent OOS (out-of-specification) production

Key Deliverables

• Fully reviewed and documented TwinCAT PLC code under version control

• Formal investigation reports and engineering recommendations

• Structured test plans and validation reports

• Updated system documentation suitable for audits and regulatory review

• Periodic progress updates and final summary report

Candidate Profile

Required Experience:

• Proven expertise in Beckhoff TwinCAT and EtherCAT PLC systems

• Strong background in industrial automation and PLC safety systems

• Experience working in regulated medical or pharmaceutical environments (cGMP)

Responsibilities:

• Execute all engineering tasks as defined in the Scope of Work

• Follow site and quality protocols rigorously

• Maintain clear and timely communication with client stakeholders

Client Responsibilities

• Provide access to necessary documentation, systems, and personnel

• Define technical requirements and provide timely feedback

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.