Controls Engineer

Job Functions:

• Develops PLC and HMI code based on department standards
  
• Adapts standard PLC code to new applications
  
• Debug and Troubleshoot PLC based control systems at customer sites
  

• Control system testing and commissioning
  
• Coordinate PLC program with control system and mechanical design
  
• Provide world-class customer service to all customers
  
• Ability to work on multiple projects or tasks at the same time
  
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  

• Travel to job sites as required to aid in system commissioning efforts
  
• Provide on-site customer training
  
• Provide input to product development reviews to increase ease of maintenance and reduce field failures
  
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring equipment and apparatuses using hand and power tools
  
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with the applicable codes
  

• Submit all paperwork in a timely and professional manner
  

Qualifications:

Required

• Engineering Degree or equivalent trade experience
  

• Electrical troubleshooting experience
  
• Willingness to travel up to 30%
  
• Ability to write and troubleshoot PLC code (Ladder Logic and Structured Text)
  
• Proficient with Rockwell programming software and hardware including Logix500, Logix5000 and Panelview
  
• Knowledge of PLCs, Industrial Ethernet, DeviceNet, Motor Control and VFD Drives, Relays and Sensors
  

• Ability to use hand and power tools, multimeters and/or oscilloscopes
  
• Ability to interpret electrical wiring diagrams/schematics
  
• Capable of safe climbing, and working in structures up to 150 ft.
  
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic automation systems
  
• Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word)
  

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
  
• An excellent attendance record is essential
  

Desired

• Four Year Engineering Degree (Electrical or Computer Engineering)
  
• CAD Software EPlan and AutoCAD
  
• Working knowledge of the German and/or Spanish language
  

Machines/Tools/Equipment:

All computer and networking-related equipment are provided to employees for use in performing their necessary tasks. Candidate must have own hand tools. Company provided PPE for freezer work and fall protection.

Working Conditions:

• Requires both physical labor and office work
  
• Must be able to communicate in a clear, concise, and active manner.
  
• Must possess visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens
  
• Work hours occasionally include weekends and evenings for commissioning trips
  

• Working environment temperatures range from -40 degrees F to +110 degrees F
  
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
  
• Ability to position oneself by stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling in and around machinery during system commissioning
  
• Must be able to ascend and descend a fixed vertical ladder, up to 30 high, 10% of the time during system commissioning to access the SRM cabin
  
• Must be fit for air travel and legally able to rent and drive a rental vehicle
  

INCLUSION OF ANY ITEM ON THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT INTENDED TO EXCLUDE OTHER DUTIES OR REQUIREMENTS DEEMED NECESSARY BY MANAGEMENT FOR OUTSTANDING CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work on multiple projects or tasks at the same time
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to write and troubleshoot PLC code (Ladder Logic and Structured Text)
• Proficient with Rockwell programming software and hardware including Logix500, Logix5000 and PanelView
• Knowledge of PLCs, Industrial Ethernet, DeviceNet, MotorControland VFD Drives, Relays and Sensors
• Ability to use hand and power tools, multimeters and/or oscilloscopes
• Ability to interpret electrical wiring diagrams/schematics
• Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic automation systems
• Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• An excellent attendance record is essential

Education/Experience:

• Engineering Degree or equivalent trade experience
• Electrical troubleshooting experience

Desired/Required:

• Four-year Engineering Degree (Electrical or Computer Engineering)
• CAD Software - EPlan and AutoCAD
• Working knowledge of the German and/or Spanish language

Physical Requirements:

• Requires both physical labor and office work
• Capable of safe climbing, and working in structures up to 150 ft.
• Must be able to communicate in a clear, concise, and active manner.
• Must possess visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens
• Work hours occasionally include weekends and evenings for commissioning trips
• Working environment temperatures range from -40 degrees F to +110 degrees F
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Ability to position oneself by stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling in and around machinery during system commissioning
• Must be able to ascend and descend a fixed vertical ladder, up to 30' high, 10% of the time during system commissioning to access the SRM cabin
• Must be fit for air travel and legally able to rent and drive a rental vehicle