Controls/Automation Engineer

ClinLab Solutions Group; Ramsey (NJ); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

ClinLab Solutions Group is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer to design, develop, and commission PLC/SCADA control systems, including advanced features such as scripting and database interfacing. The role involves hardware specification, testing, and on-site validation with travel.

You will read and develop control system design documents, help troubleshoot, and support project teams to deliver reliable automation for customers. A Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years’ experience are required.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or engineering technology.
• Minimum of three years of experience in control system design and programming.
• Hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC and SCADA systems (Wonderware or GE iFix).
• Experience with scripting, security, and database configuration for control systems.
• Ability to read and develop control system design documents and drawings.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and commission PLC and SCADA control system applications.
• Specify, purchase, and troubleshoot control system hardware and instrumentation.
• Read, develop, and review control system design documents and drawings.
• Set up, configure, and test computers and related hardware/software for control system integration and virtualization.
• Travel overnight to customer sites for commissioning, training, validation, and service support.
• Develop and execute software test protocols and simulation code for system validation and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and maintain documentation, including commissioning reports, service logs, and technical specifications.
• Support project teams by communicating project status, providing technical support, and ensuring high-quality automation solutions for customers.

Conocimientos

Allen Bradley PLC

SCADA systems

Scripting

Database configuration

Troubleshooting

Multi-project management

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or engineering technology

Herramientas

Wonderware

GE iFix

Rockwell Automation

Descripción del empleo

This role focuses on the development, testing, and commissioning of advanced control system applications, including PLC and SCADA systems. The position requires expertise in control system hardware, instrumentation, and software, as well as the ability to support project teams and provide customer service and technical support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and commission PLC and SCADA control system applications, including advanced features such as analog data handling, scripting, and database interfacing.
• Specify, purchase, and troubleshoot control system hardware and instrumentation, including both field and panel-mounted devices.
• Read, develop, and review control system design documents and drawings, ensuring accuracy and adherence to standards.
• Set up, configure, and test computers and related hardware/software for control system integration and virtualization.
• Travel overnight (approximately 10%) to customer sites for commissioning, training, validation, and service support.
• Develop and execute software test protocols and simulation code for system validation and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and maintain documentation, including commissioning reports, service logs, and technical specifications.
• Support project teams by communicating project status, providing technical support, and ensuring high-quality automation solutions for customers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, or engineering technology.
• Minimum of three years of experience in control system design and programming.
• Recent hands-on experience with Allen Bradley PLC (ControlLogix and/or PLC-5) and SCADA (Wonderware and/or GE iFix) systems.
• Proficiency in developing, testing, and commissioning control system applications, including scripting, security, and database configuration.
• Ability to specify, purchase, and troubleshoot control system hardware and instrumentation.
• Experience with control system design documents, drawings, and standards.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel overnight as required.
• Confined space entry training or willingness to obtain it.
• Awareness of cGMP procedures and practices as they relate to control systems.
• Prior experience in validation is desirable.