Control Systems Engineer

General Function

The Control Systems Engineer will design, program, integrate, and sustain control systems for both R&D assets and production manufacturing equipment. This role is the primary owner of controls programming—developing PLC/HMI/SCADA logic, motion control, and associated automation interfaces—while collaborating with mechanical, electrical, process, and quality teams to deliver robust, safe, and maintainable solutions. This role spans the full lifecycle: requirements definition, architecture, implementation, FAT/SAT, commissioning, validation, and ongoing support to ensure safety, reliability, and throughput.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and implement programming for PLC/robotic systems, utilizing common platforms such as Rockwell/Allen‑Bradley and Epson Robotics
• Design and implement HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, recipes, and interlocks; optimize usability and maintainability
• Integrate industrial networks and appropriate field devices (EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP, IO‑Link)
• Partner with cross-functional teams (GE/R&D/Operations/Process/Quality/IT) to define requirements and deliver integrated solutions
• Cook up with machine builders, system integrators, and component vendors; review designs, run design reviews, and manage punch lists
• Manage and/or execute software development for new equipment
• Support concept testing, characterization, optimization, and validation efforts
• Perform I/O checkout, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and validation (including safety validation) for R&D and production equipment
• Ensure equipment documentation is developed and maintained appropriately
• Ensure all new equipment conforms to organizational Machine Safety standards
• Seek ways to improve process equipment in terms of reliability, throughput, process robustness, flexibility, and cost
• Provide technical training to colleagues as needed
• Provide on-floor support for equipment startup, debugging, and operations; respond to downtime events quickly and efficiently
• Occasional weekend work
• Domestic & International travel (up to 10%)

Basic Qualifications

• S. in Electrical Engineering, Controls/Automation, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3-6 years of hands-on experience in programming PLCs, robots, and HMIs for industrial equipment
• In-depth knowledge of PLC, robot, and safety programming, mainly Allen-Bradley and Epson systems
• Familiarity with electrical schematics and panel standards
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross functionally
• Overall mechanical aptitude and familiarity with electro-pneumatic equipment
• Able to simplify complex problems and pursue practical, effective solutions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, 365)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Ignition SCADA software
• Broad knowledge of programming languages and platforms: Java, Python, C++, VB.Net, SQL, and Visilogic
• Strong documentation skills; comfortable with version control and change management
• Experience with RCAs, CAPA activities, and risk assessments