Controls Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)/Profit Sharing

ESOP

Job summary

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering's Boise, ID group is seeking a Controls Engineer to support PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, electrical and instrumentation, and startup assistance. The role involves designing and implementing control systems, developing software and UI, and assisting with commissioning on diverse industrial projects.

Preferred candidates have 3–5 years of experience in control systems and related tools, with education in Mechatronics, Electrical, Computer, or Engineering Technology

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in engineering fields; Alternative AA degree with equivalent experience may substitute.
• 3–5 years in control systems; 1–2 years in related areas preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems to meet requirements.
• Develop control logic software and UI applications.
• Assist with startup, debugging, and documentation.
• Work on automation projects for diverse industries.
• Adhere to scope, quality, schedule, budget.
• Build collaborative client/colleague relationships.

Skills

Control systems

Ladder logic

SCADA programming

Field experience

Education

BS Mechatronics engineering

BS Electrical Engineering

BS Computer Engineering

BS Chemical Engineering

BS Engineering Technology

AA in Engineering Technology

Tools

Ignition

AVEVA InTouch

Rockwell FactoryTalk

Rockwell Automation

GE PLC

Modicon PLC

Siemens PLC

Job description

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering's Boise, ID group has a Controls Engineering opportunity available. This person will support controls engineering projects involving PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, electrical and instrumentation, check out support and start-up assistance.

Our experienced staff has a vast expertise in diverse technologies, enabling us to offer creative solutions that meet our client’s specific needs. With skilled professionals deployed throughout the US we proudly stand as an industry leader amongst national systems integrators & solution providers.

Major Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems (logic software and hardware) to meet process, machine, and integrated system requirements
• Develop control logic software and user interface applications
• Assist with start-up, debug and commission integrated systems and the development of system documentation
• Work on automation and control system integration projects for clients in industries such as semi-conductor FABs, data centers, oil and gas distribution, etc.
• Adheres to scope, quality, schedule and budget requirements of assigned tasks
• Develops collaborative partnerships with clients and colleagues

EducationBS Mechatronics engineering, BS Electrical Engineering, BS Computer Engineering, BS Chemical Engineering or BS Engineering Technology is preferred. An AA in Engineering Technology or equivalent with equivalent experience may be substituted.

Experience 3to five years’ experience; 1-2 years of experience in or exposure to areas below is preferred:

• An in-depth understanding of control systems, components, ladder logic programming, SCADA programming and their applications (i.e. Ignition, AVEVA InTouch, or Rockwell FactoryTalk.)
• Experience with instrumentation and controls design as well as PLC (i.e. Rockwell Automation, GE, Modicon, or Siemens) preferred
• Experience with electrical circuit documentation and wiring is required

Physical Demands of PositionWriting, computer work, variable travel up to 25%, field work in industrial settings, seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, and ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.

Working EnvironmentStandard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial environments.

Frequent PC usage, phones, and multi-meters.

Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. Full-time employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D
• Long Term Disability
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• 401(k)/Profit Sharing
• 100% ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Will Preparation Resources
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performance

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