Controls Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and modify Allen-Bradley PLC programs for our fiber optic cable production plant.
• Design and implement new control systems projects.
• Mentor and train junior control engineers
• Manage the controls engineering scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.
• Implement robust, cost-effective automation and process machine control systems.
• Interface with external system integrators to successfully deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to the client facility.
• Participate in all phases of the project, including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer.
• Independently follow the construction of equipment in vendors’ facilities.
• On-site senior-level Control Engineer role supporting production operations.
• Requires a genuine engineering mindset with strong ownership and accountability.
• PLC Programming expertise with Allen-Bradley (including v20).
• Hands-on experience with AutoCAD 2020, 2021, and 2023 for control panel layouts and schematics.
• Must have a solid mechanical background, including cable winding and production machinery interfacing

Educations and Experience:

• BSEE / BSCS / BSME / BSMET with 4+ years manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment; other engineering will be considered with relevant work experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical is required

Required Skills:

• Must have experience in programming of Allen Bradley ControlLogix v20 systems or higher and the ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code – ladder logic, structured text and function block diagram.
• Must be able to generate and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical 2023 for systems design, including control panel layouts, component documentation, and schematics.
• Prepare initial CAD design layouts of both complete electrical control systems and control sub-sections.
• Review electrical drawing packages for conformance to client standards.
• Must have the ability to reach a fundamental understanding of process issues utilizing sound troubleshooting skills.
• Must have experience in programming of HMI / SCADA systems, programming in a plant environment, including higher-level communications protocols.
• Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, VFD and Servo programming, communication protocols, and practical application.
• Ensure proactive safety measures for all equipment and processes.
• Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues using NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent safety codes.
• Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are always followed.
• Work closely with support technicians to resolve equipment issues.
• Capable of executing project assignments in a team-based environment with minimal supervision.
• Thoroughly carry out assignments to completion.
• Proven ability to identify, diagnose, and implement Ifix to prevent production.
• Electro-Mechanical Background.
• Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills