Controls Engineer (Beckhoff Twin CAT PLC)

Note: Beckhoff Twin CAT plc experience is mandatory

JD:

1. Overview & Objective one (1) expert Controls Engineer for an 8-month engagement to support Beckhoff TwinCAT PLC systems in a 24/7 medically regulated facility. Focus: investigation, development, and testing of PLC programs, EtherCAT diagnostics, safety system integration/messaging, and specification monitoring defeat analysis. High-quality documentation and adherence to cGMP/regulatory standards are critical.

2. Scope of Work (1 Controls Engineer)

TwinCAT Program Enhancement: Investigate, design, develop, test, and validate PLC code (TwinCAT, EtherCAT).

Hardware Diagnostics: Implement/improve EtherCAT diagnostics, HMI messaging, and logging.

Safety Systems: Enhance/test safety signal logic, failure messaging; ensure compliance with relevant safety standards.

Specification Monitoring: Investigate and report on potential monitoring bypasses; develop mitigations, test mitigations to reduce OOS manufacture of goods.

3. Key Deliverables

Reviewed and approved TwinCAT PLC code (documented, version controlled).

Investigation reports and recommendations.

Test plans and reports.

Updated system documentation suitable for regulated environment.

Regular progress updates; final summary report.

4. Engineer Profile & Responsibilities

Required: Proven expertise in Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT, PLC safety systems, and industrial automation. Strong experience in medically regulated/cGMP environments.

Responsibilities: Perform tasks under Scope of Work, adhere to Client's site/quality protocols, maintain clear communication.

5. Client Responsibilities

Provide access to necessary systems, documentation, and personnel.

Define requirements and provide timely feedback.