Senior Systems Engineer

Senior Systems Engineer


We are looking for a Senior Systems Engineer for our Cherry Hill, NJ office. Ideally this person will have at least 5 years of experience and be able to represent themselves in front of a client. This person will serve as a mentor to three younger Systems Engineers.


The Senior Systems Engineer will develop control system designs, deploy and commission PLC code, and create graphical user interfaces. This role will collaborate with other engineering disciplines, providing feedback related to design requirements supporting system functionality. This role also defines and leads system commissioning responsibilities during project implementation phases.


Responsibilities
• Develop technical documents defining system control functionality and operation; including Cause-and-Effect Matrices, Control Narratives, Functional Descriptions.
• Understand, evaluate and comment on key project documentation such as Piping and Instrument Diagrams (PIDs), Input/Output Lists (I/O), Interconnect Diagrams, Block Diagrams, Loop Diagrams, Schematics, Panel arrangement drawings, Datasheets, Bills of Material (BOMs), and Scope of Work packages
• Support estimates for complex automation system development and system commissioning requirements
• Support the Project Manager in controlling the scope, schedule, and budget. Additionally, assist with identifying potential changes and mitigating systems/controls related risks
• Define PLC, HMI and Networking component requirements and perform hardware specification for system control and network compatibility
• Develop control system designs, develop, deploy, & commission PLC code, and develop HMI graphical user interfaces
• Collaborate with other disciplines to support control network architecture requirements, design development, and execution
• Test and emulate code functionality before on-site deployment and testing
• Develop and later execute Cabinet Hardware Checkout Procedures, Factory Acceptance Tests and Site Acceptance Tests.
• Troubleshoot PLC code, HMI interface, and electrical equipment functionality on-site during commissioning and testing activities including PID and control loop tuning
• Provide operational support by trouble shooting, diagnosing and solving problems on installed control systems
• Perform reviews of complex customer standards, specifications, and other documentation to determine system requirements
• Mentor other systems engineers technically and professionally


Benefits
PEAK's benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Dependent Care Savings Account (DCA), and 401K plan. PEAK believes that taking care of our team is essential for success and we are proud to provide benefits that enhance both your well-being and your future. Additionally, our associates may be eligible for Paid Sick Leave as required by Federal, State, or local laws.


Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO)
PEAK Technical Staffing is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. PEAK does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We encourage all individuals to apply.


Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)
The physical and mental requirements described in this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to perform the essential physical functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.


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