Controls Engineer

Interlake Mecalux, Inc.; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan through Fidelity with full

Paid holidays and PTO

Telework days (possible)

Job summary

Interlake Mecalux, Inc. seeks a Controls Engineer to design and test software for Mecalux warehouse systems. You will develop programs in Galileo/AWS, configure Profibus/Profinet networks, and perform on-site testing and commissioning of controllers, inverters, and safety systems.

Travel up to 50% and train customers on system operation. You will collaborate with project managers and clients to ensure solutions meet requirements, read drawings, and support installation teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (electrical, industrial, or mechanical).
• At least 1 year of professional exposure to Industrial Automation.
• Knowledge of PLC, HMI and SCADA programming preferred.
• C programming language knowledge preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of Frequency Inverters parameterization and operation (SEW/Lenze) preferred.
• Knowledge of Fieldbus networks (Profibus, Profinet, etc.) preferred.
• Spanish fluency is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Develop proprietary software using Designer AWS and Galileo to create warehouse solutions.
• Configure networks (Profibus/Profinet) using Sycon.net and Galileo for testing.
• Perform on-site startup and diagnostic testing of networks, devices, and wiring.
• Load control programs to VFDs, operator panels, barcode scanners, and PCs.
• Verify safety devices with easySoft-Safety and conduct site inspections.
• Coordinate daily tasks with electromechanics and electricians, reporting deviations.
• Assist Project Managers with human resources planning for projects.
• Commission on-site control programs and debug via field testing.
• Provide customer training on Galileo software and HMI interfaces.
• Prepare progress reports for department and project managers with daily accomplishments.

Skills

Organized and methodical

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under time pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (electrical, industrial, or mechanical)

Tools

Designer AWS

Galileo

Sycon.net

TIA Portal

Proneta

Profinet

easySoft-Safety

Job description

The Controls Engineer serves as technical designer of software specialized in Mecalux Systems of Warehouses. This role is responsible for creating the programs in our proprietary Galileo and performing all the tests of controllers, inverters, and security systems to put the installation in service.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in proprietary software development by utilizing Designer AWS and Galileo to create warehouse solutions for customers and modifying these programs based off of the client need.
• Create control programs using internal tools such as Designer AWS and Galileo by configuring the Profibus or Profinet network using Sycon.net software and using Sycon.net in addition to Galileo to perform all of the tests for the controllers.
• Conduct installation startup by checking the Profibus/Profinet network by running diagnostic tests using programs such as Sycon.net, TIA Portal, Galileo, and Proneta. Validate wire connections, device addresses, input/output quantities, and signal quality.
• Load control programs to the VFD control drive, operator panels, barcode scanners, and PCs.
• Check that safety devices are properly installed and working using easySoft-Safety software and conducting physical inspections.
• Delegate daily tasks to electromechanics assisting at the installation, ensuring they are completed properly and on time, reporting deviations to the Project Manager and Site Manager.
• Assist Project Managers in determining the human resources demand for a project including duties and work schedules for electromechanics and electricians.
• Commission the on-site control program by uploading proprietary software to the solution. Debug and troubleshoot on-site.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and clients to ensure project is satisfying their needs.
• Conduct training courses for customers. Train the customer’s maintenance and/or other personnel on how to properly operate Galileo software and HMI interfaces. Schedule trainings on site or virtually, accommodating customer’s availability.
• Provide work progress reports to the department manager and Project Manager. Include updates on daily completed technical tasks and what is to be accomplished the following day in order to keep an accurate record of the project timeline and to prevent any delays in
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (electrical, industrial, or mechanical).
• At least 1 year of professional exposure to the field of Industrial Automation.
• Knowledge of PLC, HMI and SCADA programming preferred.
• C programming language knowledge preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical wiring diagrams.
• Knowledge of Frequency Inverters parameterization and operation (preferable SEW and Lenze) preferred.
• Knowledge of the Fieldbus networks (Profibus, Profinet, etc.) preferred.
• Spanish fluency is ideal.
• Personality: Candidates must be organized and methodical in their work, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to change. Candidates must be able to persevere through difficult work challenges with the highest degree of dedication. Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to interact and communicate effectively with personnel from all levels of the organization. Ability to work under time pressure.
• Able and willing to travel at least 50%.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• The ability to become a part of an industry-leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement.
• 401(k) plan through Fidelity, with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating.
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year.
• Possibility for telework days, depending on position, with flexible make-up time for exempt employees.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement; enhance your technical, specialized knowledge and gain new skills through promotions from within.