Controls Engineer

United Pharma Technologies Inc

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Title: Sustaining Controls Engineer

Location: Pittsburgh, PA Area

Company: United Pharma Technologies Inc

Employment Type: Contract

Industry: Industrial Automation / Manufacturing

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Sustaining Controls Engineer to support manufacturing operations, equipment reliability, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with PLC programming, HMI/SCADA systems, MES integration, industrial networks, and electrical safety systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot and maintain industrial automation and manufacturing equipment.
Independently execute PLC, HMI, and MES software modifications and improvements.
Perform root-cause analysis and resolve complex electrical and controls issues.
Support automation technicians and improve equipment uptime, throughput, and safety.
Troubleshoot industrial networks, safety systems, robotics, and vision systems.

Required Technical Skills:

PLC: Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell Studio 5000 (strong independent programming and troubleshooting).
SCADA/HMI: Ignition Perspective, Siemens WinCC, and Rockwell FactoryTalk View ME.
MES: PLC product tracking, handshake/data programming, and Ignition data integration.
Vision Systems: Keyence and Cognex barcode scanners and inspection systems.
Electrical & Safety: Electrical schematics, Siemens ProfiSafe, Rockwell CIP Safety, and hardwired safety systems.
Industrial Networking: Managed network switch configuration and troubleshooting.
Additional Tools: iba and Octoplant (hands-on experience required).

Nice to Have:

Beckhoff TwinCAT
FANUC, Epson, or Kawasaki robotics troubleshooting

Pay Scale: $40 to $45/Hr on W2

Benefits: Employees hired into this position are eligible for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements.

Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options are available through a third-party provider. Employees are responsible for paying the full cost of their insurance premiums.

Retirement Benefits: A 401(k) retirement savings plan is available. No employer matching or other employer contributions are provided.

Paid Time Off (PTO): No PTO is provided other than that required by applicable state and local laws.

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