Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in fire protection seeks a Controls Engineer to develop and oversee processes related to manufacturing electrical equipment for safety systems. This role involves troubleshooting production issues and ensuring operational efficiency while providing electrical support for automated systems. The ideal candidate will possess a BSEE and relevant experience in controls engineering.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation

Holidays

Life Insurance

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Boot Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in controls, automation, and manufacturing engineering.
• Experience with electrical schematics, distributed control systems, and industrial networks.
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems proactively.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and develop manufacturing and installation of electrical systems.
• Monitor and support automated equipment and systems.
• Assist in training operational employees and implementing new technologies.

Skills

Problem-solving

Critical thinking

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

Tools

Rockwell Automation

FactoryTalk

CNC controllers

Fanuc robots

Vision Systems

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Controls Engineer who will be responsible for the development, implementation, and continual enforcement of processes related to the manufacture of sprinklers and valves for the fire protection industry. Provides electrical support for PLCs, HMIs, robots, and vision systems. Troubleshoot daily production problems using root cause analysis, and determine courses of action to promote safety, quality, and efficiency.

CONTROLS ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, design, and develop the manufacturing and installation of electrical equipment, components, and systems.
• Install, diagnose, and fix programmable logic controllers and other devices that operate automated equipment.
• Monitor controlled systems on automated equipment.
• Support vision detection and recognition systems throughout the facility, maintaining the systems at top operational capabilities.
• Plan and manage projects to meet cost, timing, and quality objectives.
• Assist with instruction and training of operational employees to achieve company goals.
• Implement new technology that supports Viking’s quality and efficiency.
• Create and revise schematics and electrical layout drawings.
• Develop and maintain computer, HMI, and PLC programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

CONTROLS ENGINEER REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or equivalent.
• 3-5 years experience working in controls, automation, manufacturing engineering, etc.
• Programming experience with Rockwell Automation Suite of products including RS5000, FactoryTalk, & Kinetix Servos.
• Experience with Fanuc robots, CNC controllers, Servo Motor Control, and Vision Systems.
• Experience with electrical schematic and distributed control systems including DeviceNet and Ethernet/IP.
• Demonstrated creative problem-solving skills, strong critical thinking skills, good communication skills, and high attention to detail.
• Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing IT, industrial networks, and applications.
• Understanding of financial analysis and relevant business drivers.
• Proactive problem-solving ability, able to consider various options and scenarios objectively.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changes.

CONTROLS ENGINEER BENEFITS:

Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Vacation, Holidays, Life Insurance, 401k, Tuition Reimbursement, Fitness Center Reimbursement, Boot Reimbursement

Company Description: For almost 100 years, Viking has been a global leader in fire protection. We focus exclusively on fire protection, supporting and enhancing the efforts of independent fire sprinkler contractors. Our mission is to protect people and property from fire, and we continuously seek to understand and meet our customers' needs.