Controls Engineer

Andritz AG; Lancaster (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering company is seeking an experienced engineer for a hybrid Controls and Software Engineering position. This role involves developing, configuring, and troubleshooting control systems, with a focus on PLCs and HMI screens. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, be self-motivated, and possess strong communication skills. The position requires travel up to 25%. A great opportunity for skill growth is available within this diverse engineering role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred.
• Ability to lead hands-on troubleshooting for installation and startup activities.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, and trustworthy.

Responsibilities

• Develop, configure, and troubleshoot control systems including PLCs and HMI screens.
• Design and maintain software applications used in control products.
• Collaborate with all members of a project team.

Skills

Controls project development

Troubleshooting

C#

C++

SQL

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

ControlLogix

FactoryTalk View

PowerFlex

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Diamond Power: Member of the Andritz Group is looking for an engineer for a hybrid Controls and Software Engineering position. This person will be responsible for a wide range of product support roles including controls project development, configuration, installation, startup and troubleshooting on a range of Diamond Power products within the utility, pulp and paper, and industrial markets.

This position requires you to travel up to 25% of the time. Working both independently and in a team environment within Diamond Power and at customer sites.

This position provides great job variety in which the Engineer supports a wide array of controls, products and software applications serving several industries. This variety and the opportunity to work with experienced engineers combine to provide a great opportunity for skill growth.

DUTIES

• Development, configuration, testing, startup, and troubleshooting of control systems composed of: PLC's (ControlLogix & RSLogix 5000), AC/DC drives (PowerFlex), Servo Drives (Kinetics), HMI screens (FactoryTalk View), camera systems, electrical circuits, and associated mechanical equipment. Predominately Allen Bradley PLCs & HMIs, but occasionally Modicon and others.
• Design, development, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of software applications used within our control's products. Existing applications written in C#, C, C++, and VB.NET. Experience with SQL and SQL queries preferred. Database design and deployment is helpful, and an understanding of network architecture and configuration is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred.
• Capacity to handle confidential information
• Self-motivated, self-directed, team-oriented, and trustworthy person.
• Ability to lead hands-on troubleshooting for installation and startup activities.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve issues in existing software applications.
• Ability to work and communicate with all members of a project team.
• Ability to accept technical direction and coaching from senior engineers and managers.
• Excellent computer skills, analytical abilities, and time management skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork, and customer relationship skills.
• Positive attitude and willing to learn
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US
• Excellent problem-solving and decision making skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently wth a sense of urgency and enthusiasm
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 10-25 lbs.
• Ability to travel domestically approximately 25% of the time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.