Controls Engineer

Belcan Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Belcan Corporation is seeking a Controls Engineer III in Louisville, KY. The role involves leading controls projects, from concept to installation, including PLC and HMI programming, as well as managing project teams.

The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of AC/DC control systems and Allen Bradley programming, along with strong analytical skills and effective communication abilities. A willingness to travel and work flexible hours is required.

Qualifications

• Expert understanding of AC/DC control systems.
• Ability to communicate system status effectively.
• Willingness to travel as needed for projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of controls projects including design and research.
• Design and develop layouts for electrical circuits.
• Create functional system test plans for field commissioning.
• Manage and mentor other engineers on project teams.

Skills

Expert understanding of AC/DC control systems

PLC programming

Troubleshooting systems

Critical thinking and problem-solving

Strong analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Advanced proficiency in Allen Bradley

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Controls Engineer III
Pay Rate: $80K - $125K + Bonus
Location: Louisville, KY
Zip Code: 40222
Start Date: Right Away
Keywords: #ElectricalDesignEngineerJobs; #LouisvilleJobs;

Job Description

The Controls Engineer III is responsible for leading all phases of a controls project to include concept and research, estimating support, component selection, network design, panel design, layout, device troubleshooting, PLC and HMI programming; on-site installation and debug; and after-sales support while working independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the process for designing and delivering successful control.
• Designing and developing layouts for electrical circuits or systems for power and control distribution.
• Develop/create electrical diagrams with expert level of efficiency.
• Ability to locate and correct mistakes in electrical diagrams developed by others on the team and use this information as a training opportunity for others to foster the continuous improvement of their skills (Transfer of knowledge).
• Be the controls lead and manage other engineers on project teams.
• Capable of creating functional system test plans for use in field commissioning and provide written descriptions of system operations for technical documents.
• Communicate with other team members effectively and keep Administrative Coordinator advised of schedule; checking and using voicemail and email diligently; and maintaining the team relationship.

Qualifications

• Expert understanding of AC/DC control systems.
• Use of computer software for design engineering and PLC programming.
• Capable of trouble shooting a system and communicate status - verbally and written.
• Critical thinker and problem-solver.
• Self-starting instincts and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Willingness to travel to customer facilities as needed and work non-business hours based on project and customer needs.
• Advanced proficiency in Allen Bradley and control device networks for PLCs with good aptitude for learning the programming for new/additional systems.

EEO Statement

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.