Sr Automation and Controls Engineer
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Job Location:
Richmond, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 100000 - 125000
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sr Automation and Controls Engineer
Richmond Indiana
100-125K Bonus Full Benefits
Operating Environment: 24/7 Manufacturing Operation
Role Summary
The Senior Automation and Controls Engineer will provide essential plant support troubleshooting expertise and lead improvement projects for a high-volume manufacturing facility in Richmond IN. This role is critical in helping the plant meet or exceed operational environmental and safety goals. The successful candidate will manage a broad range of industrial electrical and control system projects from inception to completion including scope definition engineering calculations design cost estimation and documentation. This position also involves mentoring junior engineers and electricians and providing essential training.
Key Responsibilities (Day to Day)
Perform and review power electrical and control systems engineering across all project phases.
Prepare and review technical electrical specifications for equipment processes and projects.
Troubleshoot and correct operational issues within a 24/7 manufacturing setting.
Participate in/lead Root Cause Corrective Actions to prevent issue recurrence.
Provide on-call support for electrical and controls issues to plant operations.
Assist in the review and implementation of corporate engineering specifications and standards.
Manage and prioritize issues in collaboration with other departments.
Support manufacturing operations and execute facility electrical safety initiatives.
Coordinate review and manage external engineering resources and consultants.
Maintain strong communication with management and project stakeholders regarding status problems and changes
Education: Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology.
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in control systems engineering in a continuous and/or discrete manufacturing environment.
Technical Skills:
Solid knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI applications (including programming) along with communications within enterprise and control networked systems (e.g. DeviceNet/ControlNet).
Knowledge of DCS/SCADA systems (e.g. Honeywell C300/C200 Ignition/Wonderware general understanding).
Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and engineering drawings.
Safety Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge in the application of the NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace (arc flash and shock hazards).
Project Management:
Proven project management skills including the ability to manage and support multiple projects (1-3) simultaneously.
Demonstrated success managing projects in the $50k - $200k range.
Soft Skills: Strong analytical problem-solving and collaborative skills. Demonstrated drive and initiative for improvement opportunities.
Travel: Ability to design and execute projects within North America; requires up to 10% travel.
Preferred Qualifications
Demonstrated experience in the engineering and implementation of 480V (Switchgear Power Distribution Panel Motor Control Center) and 4160V Power Distribution Systems.
Experience with Honeywell systems (DCS).
AutoCAD/electrical drafting experience.
Experience in Process Control (e.g. driving improvement in water and compressed air systems).
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment balancing approximately 50% troubleshooting/firefighting and 50% project execution/Continuous Improvement (CI). We are seeking a candidate with strong process control experience who can also provide backup support to the other Electrical Engineer. Exceptional understanding of Allen-Bradley systems and industrial networking is highly valued.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Continuous Integration
- APIs
- Automotive software
- Test Cases
- Electrical Engineering
- Junit
- Distributed Control Systems
- Testng
- Java
- Test Automation
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Selenium
