Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

The role of the Controls Engineer is to bridge the technical gaps of the salesmen throughout the entire process, from estimate through project completion. The Electrical Controls Engineer will be required to work on projects ranging from basic control panels to controls for complete safety and automation systems through all phases of the project including conceptualization, estimate, design, integration, installation, and implementation. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the electrical controls field. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. Additionally, they will lend technical support to other areas of the business: Customer Service, Engineering, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Service and Repair. Reports to the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new control systems or modify existing systems
• Work collaboratively with sales, operations, purchasing, engineering, and production
• Liaise with clients, suppliers, contractors, and relevant authorities
• Understand and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and quality standards of the country in which work is undertaken
• Follow and contribute to the improvement of Departmental processes and procedures
• Assist Sales Application Engineers by providing timely estimates and quotes
• Project manage small to midsize automation projects from conception to start-up within cost and time constraints
• Generate wiring diagrams and panel layouts utilizing AutoCAD Electrical
• Write computer software and perform PLC and HMI programming
• Assist with installations, start-ups, troubleshooting, and problem-solving
• Maintain project files on our network
• Accept responsibility and a level of accountability commensurate with the position
• Provide product training as required
• Other Engineering functions as needed

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical, Safety, or a related field, or a minimum of eight years of experience in a fast-paced Integration Engineering environment. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Ability to develop innovative concepts for turn-key safety automation and conveyor systems
• Strong Control application experience utilizing PLC’s, HMIs Experience with Omron, Phoenix, and Rexroth Control X plus.
• Familiar with the application of machine hard guarding and associated electrical safety products – FGRs, light curtains, safety PLCs
• Familiarity with standards such as Tier IV, ATEX, ABS, MSA, CE, NFPA, OSHA, ASTM, etc.
• Experience estimating and quoting engineered systems
• Strong Project Management experience, especially for heavy spec driven and multi-disciplined projects
• Experience working with engineers to develop engineered system requirements, scope of supply, and defining project risks
• Experience working in an ISO environment and applying OSHA, Safety, and N.E.C standards, working knowledge of ISO 13849, NFPA70, NFPA 79, and UL508A
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and managing multiple projects at once
• Strong time management, planning, and organizational skills
• Driven to obtain 100% Customer Satisfaction while maintaining high profitability consistent with engineered systems

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability effective first of the month after the hire date
• PTO accrual begins upon hire
• Referral bonuses
• 100% employee-owned plus 401k with company match