Controls Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Wentzville (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a skilled controls engineer to design and provide technical support for complex control systems. Responsibilities include designing piping and wiring diagrams, developing software for control panels, and ensuring the successful implementation of control systems. This role requires a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in the field, particularly with Rockwell systems.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience required.
• Experience with Rockwell systems is needed.
• General troubleshooting and understanding of processes.

Responsibilities

• Engineer and design pneumatic, electrical, and hydraulic piping diagrams.
• Design electrical control panels and PLC software.
• Provide technical support and travel to plant sites as necessary.

Skills

Proficient with application of programmable machine controls hardware and software

Proficient with application of servo drive hardware and software

Proficient with AutoCAD

Familiar with basic electrical standards

Familiar with basic safety standards

Capable of supervision

Experience with Allen Bradley, Rockwell, ControlLogix, and PowerFlex 750 drives

Experience with AutoCAD, EPLAN, Siemens, and Fanuac programming

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field

Job description

Job Description

Monday - Saturday. Must be flexible on the shift. Will work Saturdays consistently and some Sundays, working every 3rd Sunday.

Initially, most likely on day shift, with potential to move to the off shift.

Shift timings:

• 1st shift: 5:30AM - 3PM
• 2nd shift: 1:30PM - 11PM
• 3rd shift: 9:30PM - 7AM

Main Function:

The main function of a controls engineer is to initiate control system design from written sequences of operation. Responsible for designing complex piping and wiring diagrams and providing technical support across various control systems projects.

Job Responsibilities:

• Engineer and design pneumatic piping diagrams
• Engineer and design electrical wiring diagrams
• Engineer and design hydraulic piping diagrams
• Design electrical control panels
• Design programmable logic controller software
• Design programmable human machine interface (HMI) software
• Tryout, debug, and provide start-up support for control systems
• Provide technical support for installation of tools and equipment
• Provide technical support for training plant personnel
• Travel to plant sites as required

Skills:

• Proficient with application of programmable machine controls hardware and software
• Proficient with application of servo drive hardware and software
• Proficient with AutoCAD
• Familiar with basic electrical standards
• Familiar with basic safety standards
• Capable of supervision
• Experience with Allen Bradley, Rockwell, ControlLogix, and PowerFlex 750 drives
• Experience with AutoCAD, EPLAN, Siemens, and Fanuac programming

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical field
• 2-4 years of experience required
• Experience with Rockwell systems is needed
• General troubleshooting and understanding of processes
• Ability to read drawings