Electrical Control Engineer

We are currently recruiting a full-time Electrical Control Engineer for a company within the Dallas, NC area. Position offers a competitive salary and robust recruitment package. Must have 10 years of experience. Skills: Blueprint, Schematics, Programming, Siemens Control Language, Ladder Logic, MS Visual Basic, C++, Java, Python, MS SQL, PLC, HMI, VFD, Electrical testing equipment, P&ID schematics

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Other duties may be assigned.

Read, create, and modify electrical schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards.

Read, create, and modify fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics) schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards.

Read, create, and modify P&ID schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards.

Read, create, and modify programming code in the following languages: Siemens Structured Control Language (SCL), Siemens Statement List, Siemens Graph 7, Siemens Function Block Diagram (FBD), Ladder Logic (Siemens, Allen Bradley and others), Allen Bradley Structured Text, Microsoft Visual Basic, C++, C#, Java, Python, Microsoft SQL, and others.

Read, create, and modify database tables in MSSQL server.

Read, create, and modify HMI programs for Siemens, Allen Bradley, and other HMI’s, this includes using WinCC Flex and Panel Builder 32.

Read, create, and modify SCADA programs for Siemens WinCC, and Inductive Automation.

Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot any brand of PLC, HMI or VFD.

Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot any industrial communications media and protocols.

Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot a wide range of industrial machinery.

Upgrade and retrofit controls that are obsolete with no direct replacements available. This requires making all necessary modifications to existing equipment.

Possess exemplary troubleshooting skills and be able to repair any machinery from any manufacturer.

Properly use oscilloscopes, test meters, megohmmeters, process calibrators, thermal imagers, vibrations analyzers, data loggers and any other test equipment.

Sources all necessary materials for projects and repairs and works with maintenance inventory clerk to acquire needed materials in timely manner.

Train technicians and apprentices the proper methods and procedures for process instrumentation calibration.

Train technicians and apprentices how to read and understand programming code and logic.

Train technicians and apprentices the best practices and methods of troubleshooting components of electrical controls systems.

Train technicians and apprentices about fluid power systems, and how to troubleshoot and repair these systems.

Must be able to perform all duties with minimal outside support.

Ensure all work is performed and executed safely. Must identify and correctly use appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required for various tasks.

Must be able to work remotely and also be able to travel with all tools to multiple locations.

Serve as a resource to production staff in all departments in multiple facilities.

Support company efforts to develop and maintain positive Employee Relations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for training and supervising the mechatronics/controls technician apprentice(s). Will occasionally train and supervise seasonal interns.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.