Controls Engineer

Overview

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

Skills

Allen-Bradley
Bill Of Materials
Communication
Conflict Resolution
Control Engineering
Debugging
Drawing
Electrical Engineering
Enterprise Resource Planning
Ethernet
IP
Intellectual Property
Ladder Logic
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mentorship
Modbus
NEC
Problem Solving
Procurement
Programmable Logic Controller
Programming Languages
Regulatory Compliance
Specification Gathering
Testing

Job Details

Job Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Alpharetta, GA (Onsite)
Duration: 10 Months (Contract)
Shift: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our team for a long-term onsite project in Alpharetta, GA. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in PLC programming, control system design, and electrical circuit integration.

Required Skills:

  • Bachelor's in Electrical/Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering OR Associate's with relevant experience

  • Proficiency in IEC 61131 programming languages (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text)

  • Hands-on with at least one major PLC platform:

    • Schneider Electric (Momentum, M340, M580)

    • Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix)

    • Woodward (MSLC, DSLC, EasyGen, LS5)

  • Strong understanding of UL 508, UL 891, NEC, CSA 22-2, ANSI, etc.

  • Experience in designing, testing, and commissioning generator paralleling systems

  • Ability to integrate multiple PLCs from different manufacturers

  • Interpretation of technical specs & applying regulatory requirements

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with protective relays for generator/utility protection

  • Familiarity with Modbus, Ethernet/IP, and other communication protocols

  • Experience working with ERP systems for BOM creation

  • Exposure to CAD drawing guidance and production team support

Soft Skills:

  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills

  • Strong time and project management

  • Clear communication for cross-functional collaboration

  • Leadership experience in mentoring junior engineers

Responsibilities:

  • Develop low/medium voltage switchgear systems

  • Write & validate PLC code

  • Guide CAD design teams for control systems

  • Ensure compliance with applicable standards

  • Test and commission systems in-house and on-site

  • Collaborate with procurement, production, and design teams

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