Controls Engineer

Responsibilities

• Lead controls design for custom automated equipment, including creating and updating electrical schematics using AutoCAD.
• Develop, maintain, and manage Bills of Materials for both hardware and software components of automation projects.
• Design, modify, and support PLC and HMI programming, including the development of new control programs and interfaces.
• Perform electrical and software debugging to identify and resolve issues in control systems.
• Conduct functional testing of control systems to verify performance, reliability, and compliance with specifications.
• Deliver controls projects on time and within budget while meeting quality and performance requirements.
• Support the development of the controls engineering team and assist in training less experienced controls engineers.
• Troubleshoot client technical issues in collaboration with Technical Services, providing clear and timely solutions.
• Provide field support for installation, commissioning, and service of automated equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, process, and production personnel, to integrate controls with overall system design.
• Apply knowledge of industrial standards and best practices to ensure safe and compliant equipment designs.
• Document design changes, test results, and troubleshooting steps to maintain accurate project records and support future improvements.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of five years’ experience working with automated process equipment.
• Proficiency in PLC programming for major platforms such as Allen-Bradley, GE, Mitsubishi, Siemens, and Omron.
• Experience developing and modifying HMI programs for industrial automation systems.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting skills, including 460/3/60 power systems, motors, 24VDC I/O, and 4–20 mA instrumentation.
• Proficiency using diagnostic tools such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Mechanical troubleshooting experience with pneumatics and fluid/vacuum systems.
• Hands-on experience with industrial networking technologies such as EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, RIO, and CAN.
• Solid understanding of electrical engineering principles and industrial standards, including NFPA 79 and UL 508.
• Working knowledge of physics, fluid dynamics, and process control concepts such as Cp and Cpk.
• Strong IT skills, including experience with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, engineering tools, and Microsoft Project.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex automation and control system issues.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external clients.