Controls Engineer (13625)

Job Description

Scope:

Under general supervision the Controls Engineer assists in the design testing and configuration of control programs for the industrial automation of various manufacturing processes aimed at improving safety quality delivery and productivity. The candidate will read and understand electronic and electrical schematics document programs and conduct functional and operational tests to verify system performance and troubleshoot issues.

Will work cross functionally with a team of Automation Engineers as well as Maintenance Electrical and Mechanical Technicians to assemble test commission and support production equipment both on company and customer sites.

Major Responsibilities:

Create schematics wiring diagrams equipment manuals and control panel hardware design.
Create BOMs of required electrical and controls devices for a fully functioning system.
Write and debug Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) code in accordance with programmer work instructions or customer requirements.
Performs corrective maintenance non-routine repair modification troubleshooting calibration of PLC/HMI code and/or system components.
Commission Industrial Networks and establish stable communication between PLCS and their network components switches and ancillary devices.
Check function of all switches on cylinders actuators and other devices to verify functionality.
Confirm sequence and operation of machines prior to programming with mechanical technician or engineering.
Utilizes various schematics wiring diagrams equipment manuals and other resources.
Maintains records of work performed; assists in providing content for machine manuals and similar documentation for the installation maintenance calibrating removal and modification of electronic systems and equipment.
Perform field service work as required for installation modification and service of systems.
Advises and assists Team Leads management and others on operating problems involving automation systems and provides suggested remedies.
Ability and willingness to travel extensively including overnight stays primarily within the U.S.
Ability to work extended shift durations including non-day shift and/or weekend assignments.
Robot Programming and troubleshooting is a plus

Additional Information

Education and Experience:

Bachelors degree in a controls related field (Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Megatronics or equivalent) preferred
Three to seven years experience in PLC and HMI programming and configuration along with troubleshooting and solving software/hardware issues in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to technically lead / supervise up to 2 associate technicians

Responsibilities for Health Safety and Environment include:

Work in compliance with divisional health safety and environmental procedures
Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through lockout-tagout methods
Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts
Report defect in any equipment or protective device
Ensure that the required protective equipment is used for the assigned tasks
Attend all required health safety and environmental training
Report any accidents/incidents to supervisor
Assist in investigating accidents/incidents
Refrain from engaging in any prank contest feat of strength unnecessary running or rough and boisterous conduct