Controls and Automation Engineer

Controls and Automation Engineer

U.S. Pipe and Foundry is seeking a Controls and Automation Engineer. The successful candidate will play a key role in implementing U.S. Pipe controls, automation standards and technologies that will support a strategic growth project then transition into operations with on-going controls and automation engineering support, including process improvements, fault troubleshooting and maintenance support.

Essential Functions:

• Develop standards for control system architecture, controls and communications equipment and programming.
• Ensure the seamless integration of OEM provided controls into the overall project control system to ensure proper plant operations.
• Ensure the seamless integration of the project control system into the existing plant network to allow for proper interface between the new project systems and the existing facilities.
• Monitor design, development and installation of controls and automation systems for the project.
• Manage the commissioning of the controls and automation systems for the project including tracking of progress and tracking of pending activities and open issues.
• Train plant management, operations, maintenance and technical support staff on the new controls and information management systems.
• Upon completion of the project, transition to the operations team to provide on-going controls and automation support to ensure the continued successful operations of the plant including:
• Assist operators as well as mechanical and electrical technicians with troubleshooting faults and equipment failures.
• Modifications to software and hardware as required to improve plant operations in the new facility as well as the existing facilities.
• Support Management with reporting, issue tracking, etc.
• Support engineering development process in terms of quality and delivery time.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary and multifunctional engineers, engineering companies and plant operations personnel.
• Assure compliance with engineering design criteria, specifications, and standards
• Remain trained, updated with regards to latest industry technologies, software, and design tools.

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, Electrical, Electronic, Automation Engineering or related topics or equivalent combination of education and work experience required.
• Knowledge of PC Programs, Word, Excel, Power Point, BIM/CAD/CAE/GIS Software, Electrical & Automation CAD software, 2D and 3D, Autodesk suite AutoCAD, Revit, Programming Languages and Database Management, OS/Networking/Communication and HW Knowledge

Experience Requirements:

• 2 year, 2D and 3D CAD software draftsman.
• 3 year (preferable) Industrial process knowledge.
• 1 year robotics experience, Fanuc preferred.
• IT and Engineering skills for Project support.

Professional/Technical Skills:

• BIM, CAD, CAE & GIS skills.
• Deep knowledge about networks, operative systems, security access, databases, communications, and their application in engineering projects.
• Deep knowledge of computer design (2D & 3D), simulation mechanical, virtual representation (multimedia), and geographic information systems concepts.
• Deep knowledge of hardware to use these technologies.
• Understand and apply principles of document management systems.
• Understand and apply principles of collaborative networks.
• Knowledge of application development for engineering tasks (Web environment).
• Ethernet network setup and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in PLCs Installation, configuration and development (Allen Bradley).
• Proficient in HDMI development, troubleshooting and support.
• Working knowledge 480vac, 3 phase systems, AC & DC motors and Drives and Arcflash safety.
• Diagnosis, troubleshooting and modification of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and safety control systems.
• Desired troubleshooting and modification of robot programs: Fanuc or Kuka.
• Understand the company's business strategy.
• Problem solver that seeks best solution.

U.S. Pipe is an equal opportunity employer committed to developing a workforce with well-qualified individuals without regard to their race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics. U.S. Pipe is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment testing as a condition of employment. If you are unable to apply online due to a disability, contact the U.S. Pipe Recruiting team at View phone number on click.appcast.io.