Controls Engineer III

About the role

S&C Electric is seeking a Controls Engineer III to join our process engineering function. This role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Provide electronic engineering and software programming for manufacturing process automation.
• Connect PLC and CNC equipment to a networked data collection system.
• Develop and maintain human-machine interface (HMI) software for manufacturing process automation.
• Develop and maintain PLC software for manufacturing process control equipment.
• Evaluate and specify electronic sensors for manufacturing process data acquisition.
• Oversee sensor installation and startup.
• Absorb and train technicians and maintenance of automation systems.
• Assist with production line improvements.
• Take the lead for updating facilities process and manufacturing data recording and retrieval processes.
• Develop and support automation initiatives within the manufacturing facilities maintenance group.
• Assist with the integration and programming of robotics and automation projects provided by third parties.
• Develop and implement automation and integration methods that improve operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required (prefer BSEE or BSCS).
• Experience in writing PLC codes for Rockwell (Allen-Bradley) or other industry standard PLC platforms such as Siemens and GE.
• Experience in writing HMI code using any of the following software: Wonderware, FactoryTalk View ME/SE, RSView, and other industry standard graphical interfaces.
• Familiarity with process controls, automation, material handling system assignments.
• Experience with commissioning manufacturing equipment and system, startup and troubleshooting.
• Strong knowledge base of servos, variable frequency drives and PLCs.
• Experience with industrial process sensors and controls.
• Experience with PM/TPM improvement implementation.
• Ability to demonstrate problem solving and team facilitating skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.