Overview
On Site
$40.0000 - $43.0000
Full Time
Skills
PLC
PLCs
HMI
HMIs
safety
Job Details
Pay Range: $40/hr. - $43/hr.
Day To Day Responsbilities:
- The controls engineer will be reviewing existing control systems on rides and attractions across theme parks around the globe.
- They will specify standardized parts lists, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and I/o schematics.
- Additionally they will diagnose control issues (e.g I/O failures, powers supply inconsistencies, communication errors.) and articulate across engineering teams, maintenance staff and vendors.
Must Have:
- Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Automation, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience in industrial control systems, including hands-on work with PLCs, power distribution, and I/O cards.
- Strong knowledge of control hardware selection, panel layout, and industrial electrical standards (e.g., NEC, UL, IEC).
- Experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs and HMIs (e.g., Rockwell Automation, Siemens, Beckhoff).
- Familiarity with control system communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and ProfiNet.
- Strong analytical and documentation skills; able to assess system differences and propose structured solutions.
Nice To Have:
- Experience working with theme park attractions or complex motion/ride systems.
- Understanding of safety PLCs and functional safety design (e.g., SIL-rated systems, Category 3/4 architectures).
- Experience managing cross-site standardization projects or multi-site engineering coordination.
- Experience with Industrial Automation.
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