Control Systems Engineer

CONTROL SYSTEMS ENGINEER

Location: Greensboro, NC (travel up to 35%)

Pay: $90,000+

PRIMARY PURPOSE

As a Control Systems Engineer, you will play a vital role in the design, implementation, and startup of control systems for diverse projects, primarily in the food, beverage, and life science industries. Given our clients growth as a system integrator, you may also take on industrial projects that may involve discrete manufacturing, material handling, robotics and more. Building customer relationships is an imperative part of being a team member.

JOB DUTIES:

• System Design: Develop control system designs based on project specifications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

• Programming and Configuration: Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and instrumentation to implement control logic, ensuring seamless integration and optimal system performance.

• Proposal Exploratory Trip: Visit the customer's site to assess existing infrastructure, understand project requirements, and devise an optimal control system design for accurate quoting and successful project implementation.

• Proposal Preparation: Prepare accurate project quotes, considering materials, labor, and other relevant factors to meet client expectations and company profitability.

• Material Procurement: Order necessary materials and components, coordinating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery for project timelines.

• Startup and Commissioning: Lead or assist in equipment startup and commissioning, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring systems operate as designed.

• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including design specifications, programming code, electrical drawings, and startup reports.

• Instrumentation Knowledge: Possess knowledge of instrumentation for flow, temperature, pressure, and level in the context of fluid process controls.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Project Management, and Field Service, to achieve project objectives.

• Customer Interaction: Engage with clients to understand project requirements, provide technical support, and address inquiries during project execution. Promote the products and services whenever possible. Provide ongoing support to clients, troubleshoot issues, and address problems in a timely and effective manner.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry advancements, integrate best practices, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Automation department and company.

REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of fluid process controls, particularly in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, is highly desired.

• Extensive experience in PLC and HMI programming, instrumentation, and electrical systems (Allen-Bradley required, Ignition and Siemens a plus).

Category Code: JN008