Engineer, ControlsIoT

Job Description:

Controls Engineer

About Liveline

Liveline enables dramatic improvements in manufacturing performance through a unique application of artificial intelligence to provide real-time process control and predictive assistants for plant personnel. Our focus is on automating complex industrial processesnot simply providing dashboards for managers and operators.

Our team brings together experts in AI with seasoned controls and process engineers who are deeply familiar with the last mile of factory integration. We work directly with production lines PLCs sensors and industrial networks to ensure Liveline technology reliably interacts with the physical world.

Our mission is to democratize advanced automation for manufacturers of all sizes. By combining smart sensing intelligent control and cloud-based analytics we enable producers to de-mystify complex processes and free technicians to focus on higher-value work instead of constant manual adjustments.

The Controls Engineer is responsible for building the eyes ears and hands of Livelines intelligent automation systems. This role focuses on the implementation of robust sensing control and communication strategies on manufacturing linesbridging the gap between industrial equipment and Livelines advanced software solutions.

You will design deploy and optimize PLC logic sensors HMIs edge gateways and industrial networks ensuring seamless data flow from plant-floor devices to cloud environments and safe/accurate control signals back to the equipment. You will collaborate with process engineers IoT engineers data scientists and software teams to deliver scalable reliable and costeffective industrial integration at customer sites.

Primary Responsibilities

• PLC & HMI Development: Program test and deploy PLC logic (Allen Bradley or Siemens) HMI screens and control strategies for new and existing process lines.
• Edge & Cloud Connectivity: Deploy and integrate Liveline edge devices with industrial networks and cloud environments using OPC UA MQTT and similar protocols.
• SCADA Integration: Work with SCADA platforms Ignition preferred ensuring reliable data collection alarming and visualization.
• Electrical Documentation: Create electrical schematics panel layouts and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD or similar CAD tools.
• Controls Design & Optimization: Implement controls best practices including PID tuning adaptive control strategies fault detection and performance optimization.
• System Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues related to instrumentation control loops PLC logic sensors industrial networks and electrical systems.
• Communication Networks: Configure and validate wired and wireless industrial communication networks (Ethernet/IP WiFi Bluetooth RFID mesh networks).
• Safety & Compliance: Apply engineering standards related to electrical systems robotic safety motor control and industrial automation.
• IoT & Embedded Integration: Integrate sensor systems embedded devices and IoT hardware with Livelines data acquisition and control ecosystem.
• CrossFunctional Collaboration: Work directly with mechanical controls and software teams to deploy Liveline solutions at customer manufacturing sites.
• Technology Evaluation: Assess new sensors control hardware communication technologies and edge devices to inform Livelines technology roadmap.
• Customer Deployment: Support onsite installations commissioning operator training and performance validation of Liveline solutions.

Education and Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Electrical Chemical Industrial or Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• 5 years of experience in controls engineering automation or IoT system integration.
• Hands-on expertise with Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLCs.
• Experience building IoT or connected industrial systems (sensors gateways networked equipment).
• Familiarity with SCADA systems; Ignition experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of industrial communication protocols (OPC UA MQTT Modbus Ethernet/IP).
• Experience working with or contributing to open-source tools or platforms.

Hard Skills

• Strong understanding of controller design theory (PID adaptive control etc.).
• Experience programming in C/C and objectoriented programming.
• Knowledge of MATLAB; Python/NumPy/SciPy is a plus.
• Ability to test validate and tune controls during integration.
• Experience with wireless communication technologies and test equipment.
• Understanding of ladder logic structured text function block diagrams and I/O mapping.
• Knowledge of instrumentation electrical schematics and industrial sensors.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS Azure or similar).
• Understanding of embedded systems fundamentals.
• Working knowledge of data structures and algorithms.

Soft Skills

• Strong problemsolving abilities with patience and creativity during troubleshooting.
• Ability to deliver innovative solutions to complex process and automation challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills; comfortable interacting with customers on the plant floor.
• Clear communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts concisely.
• Strong documentation and presentation abilities.
• Willingness and ability to travel as required for customer deployments.

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