Mechanical Process Engineer

Controls Engineer Position

Needed immediately: A Controls Engineer in Duluth, GA (Atlanta, GA metro area).

Requirements:

• Six or more years of experience in automation and information systems for packaging and process systems for the food, beverage, or consumer products industries.
• Significant experience in the following: - PAC/PLC programming and configuration experience specifically using RSLogix 5000 software
• HMI programming and configuration specifically in at least one of the following application software packages: FTView, Wonderware, GE Intellution/iFix/Proficy
• Design and configuration of DeviceNet, ControlNet, and Ethernet/IP
• Application of Allen-Bradley PowerFlex family variable frequency drives (VFDs), the connection of the VFD to control networks and configuration of the drives
• Starting up and commissioning complex automated systems
• Interacting with client and project team to ensure project success

Preferred:

• Machine Safety TUV Certification
• Significant motion expertise (Rockwell Automation)
• Significant PlantPAx or Batch expertise

Job Details:

• Develop functional design specifications and logic narratives describing systems and features.
• Develop system architecture including PACs / PLCs, networks, HMIs, servers, etc.
• Develop PAC / PLC and HMI programs based on functional design specifications or logic narratives and in alignment with programming standards required for each project.
• Deploy systems at client sites and interact with clients at various levels to ensure project success.
• Direct the design efforts for control panel fabrication packages and system installation packages.
• Lead and direct the activities of internal and external project resources to achieve project goals and objectives.
• Ensure work products are technically sound and meet clients' requirements.
• Manage project scope, budget, and schedule to meet commitments made to clients and for profitability.
• Develop relationships with clients while executing project work.
• Hold progress meetings with project teams, clients, and vendors at company's office, client facilities, or vendor facilities.
• Lead and manage field activities during installation and start-up phases at client sites.
• Capable and willing to perform tasks that are required for projects to be successful. These tasks include programming, design, installation, start-up support, as-builts, client follow-up, vendor follow-up, and procurement.
• Develop skill sets and coach internal project resources while executing projects.