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Johns Creek, GA - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Position: Controls Engineer

Location: Johns Creek GA
Contract Duration: 8 Months (Target Start: June 9 2025)
NoteBeckhoff 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

 

 


Additional Information :

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


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Contract

Employment Type

Contract

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