Controls Engineer

Accelerate Talent Group; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions in Machesney Park, IL, is seeking a Controls Engineer to develop HMI and PLC software for gear processing systems. You will start, test, and debug software on-site or on the shop floor, crafting NC macros and ensuring proper revision control.

Strong CNC/PLC/HMI experience and an electrical background are required. Proficiency in VB.NET, VB6 and Visual C++ is valued, along with Siemens HMI tools and Fanuc macro execution.

Qualifications

• Must have CNC, PLC and HMI experience.
• Knowledge of RS 274 programming language.
• IEC 61131 standard familiarity.
• Ladder logic programming experience.
• Electrical background with math proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop PC and non-PC based HMI software for gear processes.
• Create user manuals for HMI and machine software.
• Startup, test and debug software on floor or customer site.
• Develop NC macros for part programs.
• Develop PLC software (Ladder, SCL, FB).
• Implement backup policies for machine software.

Skills

CNC experience

PLC programming

HMI development

Ladder logic

Fanuc 30 series

Siemens 840D

Visual Basic.NET

VB6

Visual C++

Motion controls

Electrical background

Macro programming

Technical writing

Travel willingness

Microsoft Office

Tools

Siemens HMI Operate

Siemens HMI Advanced

Fanuc Macro executor

CNC macro software

Job description

Position Title: Controls Engineer Wage: $75,000 - $130,000/year Accelerate Professional Talent Solutions has a great opportunity available for a Controls Engineer at a company in Machesney Park, IL. This is a direct hire position.

Controls Engineer Responsibilities:

• Develop of PC and non PC based HMI (Human Machine Interface) software for our gear hobbing, gear grinding and gear shaping conversational programs
• Develop user manuals for the HMI and Machine software
• Startup, test and debug of the software either on our floor or in the customer’s facility
• Macro development for the NC part programs
• Develop PLC software (Ladder, Statement List and Function Block Diagram)
• Implement backup policies and procedures for our machinery software
• Implement software design rules and policies to maintain an acceptable level of revision control, commenting, format and functionality

Requirements for Controls Engineer:

• Previous CNC, PLC and HMI experience
• RS 274 – Standard for Programming language for CNC
• IEC 61131 – Standard for Programming language for
• Ladder logic programming
• Electrical background and good with mathematics
• Experience with Motion Controls
• Experience in Visual Basic.NET & VB6 & Visual C++
• Experience with Siemens HMI Operate and HMI Advanced
• Experience programming PLC for Siemens 840D, 840Dsl and Fanuc 30 series Controls
• Experience writing CNC Macro software routines
• Experience with Fanuc Macro executor Software
• Read, understand and follow mechanical, electrical, fluids drawings
• Knowledge of electrical circuitry (high and low voltage), relay control logic, PLC logic, CNC functions and programming, Servo Systems and Feedback Systems
• Knowledge of hydraulics, lubrication systems, pneumatic systems, coolant systems and other fluid power systems
• Previous experience servicing other OEM metal working equipment is highly desired
• Familiar with volt/ohm/amp meters and oscilloscope useMust have own tools
• Proficiency in technical writing
• Able to travel for field customer service or installation support, with ability to obtain passport
• Professional appearance and behavior, both amongst customers and co-workers
• Effective oral and written communication and reporting using Microsoft Office software
• Valid driver’s license