Controls Design Engineer

Personnel Associates; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established engineering firm is seeking a Controls Design Engineer in Charlotte, North Carolina to develop electrical and control systems for the automotive and aerospace sectors. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Electrical Engineering with over 5 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing systems. A strong background in Siemens and Allen Bradley systems is essential. The role includes responsibilities for project oversight, detailed technical support, and compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in control and electrical system design.
• Skills in specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection systems.
• Current experience with Siemens S7.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical and controls system design solutions.
• Perform technical calculations supporting design.
• Provide technical support from line conception to installation.

Skills

Electrical system design

Automated industrial systems

Programming and troubleshooting

Software modification and testing

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Tools

Siemens

Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Automotive & Aerospace Components Manufacturing

Job Description

Controls Design Engineer - $105-120K + Bonus – Automotive & Aerospace Components Manufacturing - Develop electrical and controls system design solutions based on engineering principles and providing automated production solutions. Perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls. Define equipment and upgrades for assembly lines and individual pieces of equipment. Design of customized solutions including manufacturing automation and safety systems. Build and validate systems which include pneumatic, servos, variable drives, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, push button and robotic integration. Provide technical support from line conception to installation and operation. Create documentation such as operations manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings. Resolve operational problems related to projects and minimize delays or unexpected cost increases. Responsible for project success whether project leader or as part of a project team. Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed. Interpret operational interruptions, identify and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately. Support commissioning of new assembly lines and systems onsite and at supplier facilities.

Qualifications

BS Electrical Engineering degree with 5+ years experience in control and electrical system design utilizing Siemens, Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000, AutoCAD Electrical for automated high-volume manufacturing & assembly plants. Skills in automated industrial system designs including specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection, and communications systems. Experience programming, designing, building, testing, troubleshooting, repairing and modifying software to support multiple production operations is required. MUST HAVE current experience with Siemens 7.

Additional Information

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