Controls Engineer IV

Duties / Responsibilities

• Provides expert judgement and analysis for the design and integration of automation and control systems based on ships’ mechanical and electrical design.
• Able to troubleshoot and solve highly complex technical issues related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Distributive Control Systems, and Automation Systems in a timely manner.
• Communicate expertly researched resolutions to management.
• Responsible for complex system development, specification trace packages, detailed engineering reports, and system drawings.
• Checks designs and drawings for accuracy and adherence to contract requirements.
• Facilitates training, mentoring, and developing other engineers.
• Able to establish relationships (liaise/coordinate) with other engineers, departments, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure projects are completed on time and to specifications.

General QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related degree.
• 8+ years of automation and controls experience in the shipbuilding industry.
• Configuration, programming, installation, and test experience with PLCs, HMIs, and SCADAs.
• Experience with the Windows Server environment.
• Configuration and commissioning experience with sensors, switches, valve actuators, variable speed drives, and other field devices.
• Design, installation and troubleshooting experience with communication protocols such as Profibus, Modbus RTU/TCP, and Serial ASCII.
• Ability to work in the field environment domestically and internationally.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines.
• Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives, and equipment manufacturers.

Preferred Specific Knowledge

• Siemens PCS7 or other integrated automation platform.
• Siemens SIMATIC variable speed drives.
• Windows Server Domain management including DNS, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
• Advanced knowledge of ship and propulsion systems.
• Strong working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.).
• Experience in the construction of high speed aluminum vessels.
• Experience in design and construction of US Navy vessels.

Travel

This position will require install and commissioning and repair efforts in various offsite locations and will be required to travel to customer sites to support work on vessels if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities. The potential for offsite travel can potentially upwards of 25%. This will include overseas travel although NO TRAVEL to declared warzones is anticipated.