Controls Engineer

Controls EngineerSimplex designs and manufactures Load Banks and Fuel Supply systems for power generation and liquid automation. Our products are used world-wide for mission critical environments in manufacturing, technology, hospitals, data centers and the U.S. military. At Simplex, we are experts at building products that meet our customers' exact requirements.The duties of the Controls Engineer will consist of creating, modifying and testing controls software to provide control of our equipment while meeting our customer's specifications. Proficiency will be attained on the job including the acquisition of a working knowledge of our products and their application. The controls engineer is expected to grow quickly in knowledge and ability to the point of assuming independent work in a period of 1-2 months and demonstrate continual growth thereafter.Work closely with engineering personnel to create, modify and test controls softwareAnalyze sales orders and customer specificationsInput information into proprietary software accurately and efficientlyModify programs with the changes required to achieve intended operation and functionalityBuild PLC/HMI programs to meet customer expectationsTroubleshoot service-related issues related to programmingTravel to job sites as needed to assist with controls integration (less than 5%)Maintain a workflow that ensures timely adherence to the scheduleRequirementsTechnical background including education and/or experience equivalent to 4-year degree in Engineering or Computer SciencePLC/HMI programming experienceUnderstanding of Networking/Communication using major industrial network protocolsAbility to learn and understand new programming softwareStrong attention to detail, and a working understanding of electrical theoryAbility to read electrical schematicsAbility to identify (through both observation and conversation) key requirements needed to develop controls that will meet the demands of our customersComputer skills including familiarity with Office and ability to learn proprietary software quicklyProblem solving skills and ability to work effectively under demanding deadlinesAbility to remain seated and work from a computer for extended periods of timeAbility to receive and retain instructional informationThe ideal candidate will have experience using a variety of PLC/HMI programming platforms, NI Labview, and/or equivalents.Must be able to communicate (read, write and speak) the English language clearlyExperience working with engineering in a manufacturing environment a plus