Controls Engineer

Role: PLC Controls Engineer

Duration: 6 -12 months

Location: San Angelo, Texas (On-Site)

Rate-$35/HR


Role Descriptions: Must Have Technical/Functional Skills


3+ years of hands-on experience programming and commissioning industrial PLCs in a manufacturing or production


environment.


Advanced proficiency with Siemens (TIA Portal, STEP 7) and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley (Studio 5000, RSLogix) platforms.


Deep working knowledge of Kepware KEPServerEX configuration and OPC UA security protocols.


Hands-on experience with FactoryTalk Transaction Manager and standard relational databases (SQL).


Thorough understanding of industrial networking and communication protocols, including Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP,

and OPC UA

Roles & Responsibilities

OPC UA & Connectivity Configuration: Architect and configure reliable data pathways using Kepware OPC Server. Establish


secure, high-performance OPC UA connections between shop-floor controllers and supervisory or enterprise systems.


Database & Transaction Management: Architect and maintain bi-directional data exchanges between manufacturing machinery


and corporate IT databases (e.g., MS SQL) using FactoryTalk Transaction Manager (formerly RSSql).


PLC Programming & Troubleshooting: Program, modify, and troubleshoot industrial controllers, specifically Siemens PLCs (S7-


1200/S7-1500 using TIA Portal) and Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix/CompactLogix using RSLogix 5000/Studio


5000).


HMI/SCADA Development: Design and deploy operator interfaces and supervisory monitoring systems, utilizing platforms like


Siemens WinCC and Rockwell FactoryTalk View.


System Integration & Commissioning: Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams (MES, Operations, Quality, IT) to integrate new


automated machinery. Map out tag databases, troubleshoot communication bottlenecks, and ensure data integrity across all


system levels (MES)
Essential Skills: Controls Engineer
Skills: EIS : Control Systems Design & Dev.(CSI)~F&A - Controls and Compliance Experience Required: 6-8

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.