Controls Engineer

Job Description

Title: Controls Engineer 4

Location: Alpharetta, GA

Workplace type: 100% onsite (M-F, 40 hour work week)

Type: Contract

Pay: $50-54.97/hr w2

IV type: 2 rounds

Length: 12 months

Screenings: no tech, full panel drug and background once hired

+optional benefits

Must haves:

Education & Experience Required: Years of experience: 8-10 years experience required.

Degree requirement: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Mechanical-NO 2 year degree’s-Open to Master’s with 6 years experience

PLC Programming Experience

Generator Paralleling Experience

Switchgear Design/Control Panel Design Experience

Ability to create PLC programs using one of the IEC 61131 PLC Programming languages i.e. Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text or any other PLC programming language

Design, test, and commission control systems. i.e. systems with different PLC controllers in the same system, experience interfacing, designing controls with different manufacturers

Develop control software utilizing various PLC platforms. Expert knowledge on at least one of the following PLC platforms. Schneider Momentum, M340, M580, AB Control, Compact Logix, Woodward MSLC, DSLC, Easy Gen, and LS5 Architecture

Interpret customer specifications and drawings, and apply them to design platform while considering industry regulations and requirements

Customize PLC software and hardware templates

(Desired)

Understand in detail the applicable NEC, UL 508, UL 891, UL 1558, UL MV, CSA 22-2, and ANSI requirements and their applications in switchgear controls

Understand protective relays, their functions associated with Generator, and Utility protection applications

Soft Skills

Understand the design philosophy, operation, and control of complex PLC based systems

Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.

Expert ability to work independently and manage one’s time.

Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.

Why this Role?

(client name removed) Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands. We’re committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Typical task breakdown:

Execute and support the design, test, manufacture, and commissioning of low and medium voltage switchgear that controls multiple generators which parallel to one or more utility sources

Provide direction to CAD designers to create wiring and assembly drawings for generator paralleling switchgear controls

Interact with internal and external customers, accomplishing project milestones

Create bill of materials for generator paralleling switchgear controls in ERP system

Create PLC programs for control of generator paralleling switchgear

Execute multiple projects simultaneously

Interaction with team: Work alongside team of 5-8 engineers. Report to Engineering Manger.

Work environment:

Office/Air-Conditioned manufacturing facility

PPE gear required – everyday

60% office / 40% shop floor

Job Description: Summary:

The main function of a controls engineer is to design, develop, install, and maintain equipment which is used to monitor and control engineering systems and processes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assists in creating and following electrical design schedule, from specification concept to system up completion, while keeping to an overall project schedule.

• Testing, evaluating, modifying and calibrating products and instruments.

• Analyze plant processes, design and implement improvements

• Troubleshooting issues with hardware and processes.

• Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls.

• Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed.Company Description

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