Automation Controls Engineer

Title: Automation Controls Engineer Location:

Virginia Beach, VA Duration: Direct Hire Compensation: $90k - $125k Work Requirements: US Citizen, GC Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.

Automation Controls Engineer Responsibilities: Integrate, update, and upgrade machinery controls systems in support of shipboard equipment and machinery. Design, simulate and test machinery control system to verify operation and software modifications.

Develop Human Machine Interface (HMI) software packages and equipment standards for machinery control systems. Write PLC code to implement system design requirements. Configure networks and computers on new and upgraded designs.

Assist in troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and embedded computer systems. Utilize electrical testing tools and devices such as multi-meters, megohmmeter, process calibrator, network test equipment, etc. Inspect and survey existing ships and read and interpret original design drawings, technical manuals, and equipment specifications for incorporation into new designs.

Communicate effectively with software engineering, hardware engineering and program management. Develop design specifications and other detailed documentation for new control systems and modernization efforts. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree (or 5 years experience as a controls engineer with PLC experience in an electrical and computer related environment) in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university or equivalent field degree.

Desired Characteristics: Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance Proficient knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures associated with industrial control systems. Proficient knowledge of electrical power systems, power control systems and generator control systems.

Software Development experience with Visual Basic, Ladder Logic, HMI Development) Siemens, Allen Bradley, GE, Opto 22 controls experience. WinCC, Wonderware, FactoryTalk, Cimplicity HMI experience. Ability to travel 20%. Active Secret Clearance preferred About INSPYR Solutions Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment.

As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities.

Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com. INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. LI-SD6 LI-Hybrid