Controls, Automation Engineer

Controls, Automation Engineer

• Looking for a place where you can have a direct path to grow, with a growing, stable organization?
• Giving the opportunity for continuous training & coaching?
• Where you can be part of a company that knows developing an amazing team makes all the difference, where each day brings a new challenge?

Look no further, apply now!

Summary:

We are seeking a motivated, dynamic individual to join our team as a Controls and Automation Engineer. You will collaborate with team members and clients to deliver top notch products to our end users.

Responsibilities:
Perform various responsibilities encompassing research, design, testing, and management of electrical systems. Duties include:

• Collaborating with the Sales team to estimate engineering scope for customer quotes.
• Project management activities to ensure smooth operations.
• Directing and coordinating the operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment and systems in field installations as required.
• Collaborating with team members to troubleshoot control system issues.
• Engaging with clients to resolve production and design-related concerns.
• Leading client interaction meetings for project-based initiatives.
• Overseeing activities to ensure manufacturing, construction, installation, and operational testing meet functional specifications and customer requirements.
• Interpreting and discussing schematics with clients.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Configuration of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and controllers according to client specifications.
• Designing electrical schematics and general layout drawings based on client specifications.
• Assisting in firmware flashing and configuration of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI) upon request.
• Programming HMIs and PLCs for smaller scale projects if needed.
• Configuring and setting up computer systems with relevant software.
• Conducting point-to-point and functional power-up testing of control panels.
• Assisting engineers with functional testing of engineered systems.
• Keeping abreast of industry trends and advancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (EE), Mechanical Engineering (ME), Computer Science, or equivalent field.
• Proficient problem-solving abilities applicable in practical scenarios.
• Excellent reporting and communication skills.
• Experience working with control panels, digital multipliers, and reading schematics.
• Proficiency in reading, analyzing, and interpreting safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Comprehension of electrical circuitry and schematic diagrams.
• Application of mathematical concepts including probability, statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, as well as trigonometry.
• Capability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions in practical situations.

• Safely and effectively lift, carry, and move objects of varying weights.
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, climbing, balancing, standing, and walking, for extended periods and maintain the necessary physical dexterity and coordination.
• Work in various environmental conditions, which may include exposure to varying temperatures, weather, and noise levels.

Process Management - Achieve the requirements and primary accountabilities by:

• Being a team player and working cross-functionally.
• Managing resources and relationships - internally and externally.
• Consistently evaluating processes - recommending changes when appropriate.
• Communicating throughout organization.
• Initiating new, creative ideas.
• Having a willingness to be flexible - adapting to new paths.
• Able to manage multiple projects.
• Strong problem solving/troubleshooting practices

                                     Looking forward to getting to know you…

We are, and work with clients that are equal opportunity employers and considers all applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.