INDUSTRIAL CONTROLS ENGINEER

Education and Work Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Industrial or Controls Engineering
• 5+ years experience programming PLCs using Ladder Logic and Function Block and be familiar with various PLC brands such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.
• 5+ years experience designing process controls systems
• 3+ years experience with HMI and SCADA systems such as Factory Talk, PanelView, Wonderware, etc.
• Mechanical Design and Troubleshooting experience a plus

Required Skills

• Must be able to travel when needed, including international travel (not full-time travel)
• Ability to design process electrical control circuits following NEC and UL508 guidelines
• Ability to calibrate and troubleshoot electrical controls and instrumentation
• Understanding of industrial controls network protocols
• Possess a strong understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment and have the ability to use that understanding to troubleshoot systems
• Ability to understand automated equipment functions; chemical processes; and mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Ability to build electrical panels
• Ability to program HMI graphic interfaces employing situational awareness philosophy a plus
• Knowledge of and ability to use AutoCAD and other design software to produce electrical schematics
• Knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office software, especially Word and Excel
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to maintain a clean work environment
• Ability to maintain an effective, courteous, and tactful relationship with other employees and clients
• Must be on time and have a good attitude at work
• Willingness to be assume other job duties as necessary to complete projects

Job Duties

• Report to assigned supervisor
• Respect and adhere to all active contracts and confidentiality agreements with Applied Chemical Technology and associated clients
• Respect and adhere to all safety rules procedures, and complete all necessary safety training
• Work with project managers to assess client needs related to automation
• Aid project managers in preparation of project bids and cost estimation
• Provide engineering input to projects as required
• Design control panels/systems to meet project requirements
• Generate AutoCAD drawings/schematics for control system design
• Build Electrical panels according to electrical schematics
• Specify, purchase, and receive materials for control system fabrication
• Provide written and verbal direction to ensure efficient completion of projects
• Report project status to project managers as necessary
• Work with project managers and accounting personnel to accurately document project costs
• Perform other functions in the Automation Department as requested

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Cooking and handling equipment and materials of up to 50lbs
• Reaching overhead, stooping, kneeling, walking, talking, hearing, reading and seeing.

Hours

8-5 Monday-Friday; must be able to work overtime, including weekends, as needed

Benefits

Comprehensive benefit package including medical, 401K, leave, available after probationary period.

EEO Statement

ACT is an Equal Opportunity Employer