Controls Engineer

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for electrical design (schematic, wiring layout) of machinery along with programming and debugging of machine controls. We are looking for motivated self-starters to join our growing team.

Responsibilities:

Develop electrical and controls system design solutions based on standard engineering principles

Interpret client requirements, identify and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget

Work closely with controls programmer to develop and maintain standardized machine control platforms

Provide comprehensive project documentation in the form of machine sequences to programmer(s)

Create and finalize designs to meet project requirements

Create accurate detailed Bill of Materials

Actively participate in both internal and customer design reviews for all assigned projects

Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed

Install and Commission machines onsite at customer facilities (5% travel)

Create customer documentation such as user manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings

As needed, build complex automation as designed with a focus on electrical and pneumatic systems including panel layout and wiring, panel to machine wiring, machine pneumatics and debug

As needed, integrate automation devices with machine control including Servo Drives, Robots, Label machines, dispensers, leak testers, vision systems, etc

Skills:

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Excellent problem solving and time management skills

· Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge

· Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware and software

· Background in automation engineering

Minimum Requirements:

· A Bachelorâ s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or similar related degree)

· Proficient with MS Office, Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000, AutoCAD

· Strong fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs including specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection, and communications systems

Salary: $85,000 to $100,000 based on experience

Benefits: medical/dental/life insurance; paid time off