Controls Engineer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

MVP is looking for a Controls Engineer to join our dynamic Motion team at MVP! You will play a pivotal role in the development and implementation of electrical and pneumatic systems for cutting-edge automation projects in the customized fluid movement and production solutions equipment manufacturing industry! MVP offers an exciting opportunity to utilize your expertise in electrical design, software development, and control systems to drive innovation and excellence. As a Controls Engineer, you will work on various aspects, including hardware design, software development, and system troubleshooting, ensuring the successful delivery of automation solutions to our clients. The position is located in beautiful Knoxville, TN, which is close to the Smokey Mountains! If you are a creative thinker, results-oriented, and focused on accuracy, then upload your resume with our quick application process today!

As a family-owned business for almost 90 years, Magnum Venus Products (MVP) is a global manufacturer of fluid movement and production solutions for industrial applications in composites and adhesives. MVP provides equipment for the marine, infrastructure, pool and bath, oil & gas, transportation, aerospace, and wind industries. What benefits do we offer? We offer a culture of transparency with values focused on Family, Friendly, Forward. We recognize that success takes everyone, we communicate openly, and we drive innovation to inspire passion and to have fun at work! In addition, we also offer a full package of benefits including; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Plan, 401k. Paid Time Off, and 9 company paid holidays.

What you will do:

Develop electrical and pneumatic designs, schematics, and drawings using AutoCAD.

Interpret mechanical design drawings for electrical requirements, collaborating with design tools such as Autodesk Inventor.

Research and evaluate supplier products for assembly components, staying up-to-date with industry advancements.

Help establish and maintain electrical and pneumatic standards to ensure consistency and quality in project execution.

Work to standardize PLC/HMI designs and code between systems to improve maintainability.

Develop electrical and pneumatic bill of materials to support project assembly and installation.

Power up electrical systems and configure hardware per application specifications, ensuring functionality.

Check the quality of assemblers and technicians' work and respond to inquiries during the assembly process.

Collaborate with our Sales team with input for quote preparation contributing to project feasibility assessments.

Perform and support equipment installation and maintenance at customer facilities.

Design and develop software applications based on given requirements and specifications.

Understand client requirements for GUI/communication interface, networking, creating specs based on these requirements.

Review, repair, and redesign legacy code and troubleshoot issues with existing company-installed systems.

Contribute to project reviews to ensure proper development and implementation of features.

Identify and mitigate risks associated with automation systems, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations.

Maintain comprehensive documentation of automation designs, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.

Write user manuals to communicate the functionality of company-developed programs, enhancing user understanding.

A passion for emerging automation technologies and industry trends, to propose and implement innovative solutions. Requirements

BA/BS degree in engineering or related discipline (BSEE degree preferred)

2-3 years of related experience with a preference for experience in the controls industry with proven experience in system design and implementation, including PLCs, SCADA, HMI, robotics.

Proficiency in Design/Drafting Tools AutoCAD and Inventor.

Proficient in Programming Logic Controllers (PLC) (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).

Proficient in configuring and designing HMI/OIT systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, Maple Systems).

MS Office and general computer skills proficiency.

Familiar with Industry Standards UL and CE.

Familiar with various Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g., IAI, Yasakawa).

Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues - must be a quick, innovative problem solver.

Travel - up to 25% - Willingness to travel as required for project implementation and collaboration. What we would like:

Experience in designing to certifications and standards (CE, ATEX, IECEx, ISO, UL).

Experience with and understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits and systems.

Proficiency in Mechanics and Materials.

Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is committed to compliance with its obligations under all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting employment discrimination. In keeping with this commitment, it attempts to reasonably accommodate applicants and employees in accordance with the requirements of the disability discrimination laws. It also invites individuals with disabilities to participate in a good faith, interactive process to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made without imposing an undue hardship. Magnum Venus Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.