Power/PLC Engineer

AAIM Controls, Inc., a unit of Danfoss, LLC specializing in the design and manufacture of power controls, automation solutions, and embedded microprocessor control products for equipment in the industrial refrigeration industry, has an opening for a Power & PLC Technician/Engineer. The role will be responsible for designing Power Panels for 460V or 575V industrial applications. These panels will incorporate Variable Frequency Drive (VFD), Solid State starters, Motor Control Centers. Additionally, this role will include developing programming automation and controls systems involving PLCs (programmable logic controllers) for PLC supervisory control systems in the industrial refrigeration segment.

Job Responsibilities

Design Power Panels utilizing AutoCAD and Eplan for panel layout and wiring diagrams and make panel component selection

OEM panels and standard power panels and power/PLC panels

Create BOM’s for the panels

Create, develop and document PLC programs for industrial refrigeration systems.

Create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming, simulation and testing, and start-up.

Program Human Machine Interface (HMI) Graphic Screens for industrial projects

Develop and implement standard engineering practices, as well as provide detailed documentation upon project completion

Collaborate with in-house production personnel to troubleshoot electrical/programming related issues

Provide technical support, problem solving, documentation maintenance, modifications, and continuous improvement for power panels and automated control systems.

Provide direct assistance to contractors to train/troubleshoot electrical/programming issues from the office, as well as in the field, at times

Act as Liaison between Engineering and Production on continuous improvement initiatives and drawing/BOM updates

Background & Skills

Bachelor’s degree (EE, or Mechatronics) or equivalent from an accredited college, or related experience will be considered.

Experience with UL508-A/NEC Standards

Ability to read, write and understand PLC programs and to create and read wiring diagrams

Good time management and project management skills to organize and plan effectively in developing effective systems and processes.

Knowledge of communication and controls networking principles and/or training

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways – driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder’s mindset ‘action speaks louder than words’, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.