Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

Position Type: Contract

Position Location: Forest, VA

Position Salary: $60/HR - $70/HR (Depending on Experience)

Responsibilities:

This position is a Controls Engineering position that designs control systems for robotics, conveyor/material handling, and other automation systems.

Review customer requirements and propose equipment controls design to satisfy same.

Design testing and implementation of automation systems.

Prepare engineering and supporting documentation, wiring schematics, assembly drawings, bills of material and panel machining drawings.

Interface with manufacturing to ensure equipment conforms to design and customer specifications.

Prepare along with sales staff, in presentations at the Company’s’ or prospect’s location as required.

Maintain complete records by project.

Maintain product knowledge and stay current on available technology relevant to the company product and service offerings.

Assure system and product functionality by assuring proper operation, error recovery, and compliance with DFMEA.

Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government and company safety regulations.

Assure completion of projects by training and guiding build technicians as necessary.

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; tradeshows, reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.

Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Requirements:

Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent backgrounds; Higher Education is a plus.

3+ years’ experience of experience working in HMI, PLC, motion controls, materials, and manufacturing processes.

In depth knowledge of HMI, PLC, motion controls, materials, and manufacturing processes.

Experience with AutoCAD electrical.

Prior robotics implementation a plus.

Strong analytical, numerical, and reasoning capabilities.

Good team player and well-developed interpersonal skills.

Strong communication skills, written and verbal.

Good computer skills, ability to work with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.