Controls Engineer

Accountabilities

• Program PLC, HMI & other controls from scratch without assistance


• Program and troubleshoot control systems by working with the assembly and engineering teams


• Instruct FSEs in the operation and startup of our machinery and controls systems


• Ensure effective communication with customers, product and project managers, and team members in defining system requirements, system operation, and schedule planning while managing multiple projects


• Provide support of new and existing equipment by providing on-site or phone support, requires an understanding of our machines and their controls systems


• Lead machine start-ups and coordination of installation services


• Train other Controls Engineers and Electrical Engineers

Required functional competencies / experience / qualifications

• BSEE with emphasis on controls or systems design or demonstrable knowledge of Electrical and Control System concepts used in our industry


• 10+ years’ experience preferred


• VFD & Servo experience


• PLC experience: Proficiency with AB and Siemens required (Mitsubishi, GE, Omron, and others are a plus)


• Advanced knowledge of industrial networking


• Understanding of large system architecture


• Understanding of pneumatic/hydraulic controls & design


• Ability to program robotic controls (ABB, Fanuc, Kuka)


• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (20-40%)


• Ability to read and correct electrical prints if necessary


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office