Controls Engineer - Beckhoff TwinCAT PLC

Overview

On Site
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2

Skills

Good Manufacturing Practice
Computer Hardware
Pharmaceutics
Testing
Test Plans
Beckhoff
TwinCAT
PLC

Job Details

Position: Controls Engineer

Location: Johns Creek, GA

Note: Beckhoff 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

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