CONTROLS ENGINEER

W-Industries; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

FSA and HSA

PTO

Job summary

W-Industries in the Netherlands seeks an experienced Control System Engineer to drive industrial automation projects from specification to commissioning. You will develop PLC and HMI software, ensure compliance with customer specs, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial automation, proficiency with AB/Siemens platforms, and strong documentation and communication skills. Onsite work with travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial automation
• Knowledge of electrical/controls engineering drawings
• Strong documentation and technical writing abilities
• Experience with PLC/SCADA/HMI development and commissioning

Responsibilities

• Lead control system development from specs to commissioning
• Develop PLC and HMI software compliant with standards
• Coordinate with internal/external stakeholders and manage changes
• Provide onsite and remote support after installation
• Prepare operation manuals and testing procedures

Skills

Project management

Industrial automation

PLC programming

HMI programming

Communication

Technical writing

Autonomous work

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Control Systems certifications

Tools

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

Siemens TIA Portal

Wonderware/WinCC

Modbus/Ethernet/IP

Job description

Description

Requirements

• Ensure project is executed in accordance with the Control System Specification and Contract/PO and specifications.
• Establish and manage Control system development schedule with internal and external customers to meet the project schedule.
• Establish and manage project task / deliverables list with internal and external stakeholders.
• Identify, obtain, and manage change orders, obtain necessary approvals before initiation of work, and inform internally and externally for CO processing.
• Analyse project feasibility, including material and labour.
• Development of Industrial Automation Control System Functional Specifications.
• Control System Design for Industrial Automation and capacity analysis.
• Development of PLC and HMI/ SCADA software applications compliant with customer/company specifications and/or applicable industry standards.
• Development / Execution of Test Procedures.
• Development of Operations Manuals.
• Onsite and Remote Support / Troubleshooting of system after installation.
• Coordination with project team for scheduling/ scope management and execution.
• Identify and communicate early on any issues and risks with customers, suppliers, and CSE. Drive resolution, keeping project on track when issues arise and communicating delays when necessary.
• Serve as single point of contact to management for all project information and status updates.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Microsoft Windows operating system(s).
• MS Office Applications.
• Read and understand Electrical Engineering, P&IDs and general process specifications.
• Plant wide and industrial control system architecture.
• Safety within control system application.
• Strong/ clear written and verbal communication skills with internal team members and external clients.
• Self-motivated with desire to work autonomously.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Technical writing.
• General terminology within the Industrial Automation industrial sector, others sectors are a plus.
• Controller/ PLC programming (Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and Siemens TIA Portal).
• HMI programming (Wonderware, Allen-Bradley, Wincc).
• Experience working on VFDs.
• Experience working on Metallurgy Manufacturing is a plus.
• Other controllers, HMIs and general programming languages are a plus.
• Controller, I/O, communication module specification, configuration and wiring.
• Development of documentation (Functional Specification, Control Narrative, I/O List, Cause and Effect, Operations Manual, Testing Procedure).
• Knowledge of Network Architecture.
• Knowledge of multiple Control Communication Protocols – EthenetIP, Modbus, OPC/DA, OPC/UA, Profibus/net, CIP, DLR.
• Prosoft and other telecommunication gateway configuration.
• Specification, configuration and wiring of VFDs, Sensors, motors and cameras for the industrial automation segment.
• Robotics knowledge is a plus.
• Control System Design.

Required Experience & Education

• Minimum of 5 years of Industrial Automation experience is required.
• 10 years of Industrial Automation experience is desire.
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical/ Computer Engineering/ Electronics Engineering or Computer Science.
• License and Certifications is a plus, such as: Control Systems, Electrical, Computer, Industrial and System.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Offered Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long term Disability insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• FSA and HSA
• PTO

W-Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We ensure that no applicant for employment or employee is denied an equal opportunity based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

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