Controls Engineer

About the role

Diamond Power, a member of the Andritz Group, is seeking an engineer for a hybrid Controls and Software Engineering position. This role provides great job variety supporting a wide array of controls, products, and software applications across the utility, pulp and paper, and industrial markets. The position offers the opportunity to work with experienced engineers, combining variety with skill growth. This role requires travel up to 25% of the time and involves working both independently and in team environments at Diamond Power and customer sites.

Responsibilities

• Development, configuration, testing, startup, and troubleshooting of control systems composed of PLC's (ControlLogix & RSLogix 5000), AC/DC drives (PowerFlex), Servo Drives (Kinetics), HMI screens (FactoryTalk View), camera systems, electrical circuits, and associated mechanical equipment
• Primarily working with Allen Bradley PLCs & HMIs, with occasional work on Modicon and other platforms
• Design, development, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of software applications used within controls products
• Work with existing applications written in C#, C, C++, and VB.NET
• Lead hands-on troubleshooting for installation and startup activities
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in existing software applications

Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred
• Capacity to handle confidential information
• Self-motivated, self-directed, team-oriented, and trustworthy
• Ability to work and communicate with all members of a project team
• Ability to accept technical direction and coaching from senior engineers and managers
• Excellent computer skills, analytical abilities, and time management skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and customer relationship skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Excellent problem-solving and decision making skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently with a sense of urgency and enthusiasm
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 10-25 lbs.
• Ability to travel domestically approximately 25% of the time

Preferred Skills

• Experience with SQL and SQL queries
• Database design and deployment
• Understanding of network architecture and configuration