Controls Engineer

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D

Long term disability

Short term disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

PTO

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) / Profit Sharing

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Employee Assistance Program

Will Preparation Resources

Worldwide Travel Assistance

Job summary

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering's Boise, ID group is seeking a Controls Engineer to support PLC/SCADA/HMI programming, instrumentation, and startup assistance. The role focuses on designing and implementing control systems for diverse clients in industrial settings.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of experience with ladder logic, instrumentation, and electrical documentation. On-site work in Boise and field visits up to 25% travel are expected.

Qualifications

• BS degree in an engineering discipline as listed or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years of experience; exposure to control systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement control systems (logic software and hardware).
• Develop control logic software and UI applications.
• Assist with start-up, debugging, and commissioning.
• Work on automation and control system integration projects.
• Adhere to scope, quality, schedule, and budget.
• Develop collaborative client and team relationships.

Education

BS Mechatronics engineering

BS Electrical Engineering

BS Computer Engineering

BS Chemical Engineering

BS Engineering Technology

AA in Engineering Technology

Tools

Rockwell Automation

GE

Modicon

Siemens

Ignition

AVEVA InTouch

FactoryTalk

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

Minimum Requirements

Education

BS 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

3 to 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 Position

Writing, 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 Environment

Standard 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

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