Controls Engineer

System7, Inc.; West Liberty (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Controls Engineer, where you'll design and maintain innovative electrical and mechanical systems. This exciting role involves collaborating with engineers to execute control system designs, ensuring safety, reliability, and quality in all projects. You'll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects from conception to commissioning, while utilizing advanced tools and technologies. If you have a passion for engineering and a desire to make a significant impact in the automation industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow your career.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years experience in controls engineering preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, and motion control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain electrical/electronic and mechanical systems.
• Monitor and troubleshoot control systems including power control and motor controls.
• Provide clear project direction through good interpersonal communications.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Motion Control

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electronics Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

A-B RSLogix 500

RSLogix 5000

Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View ME

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD LT

Job description

This range is provided by System7, Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $45.00/hr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

Duties of a Controls Engineer

1. The responsibilities of the Controls Engineer include designing, programming, developing and maintaining a broad range of electrical/electronic and mechanical systems or components by focusing on safety, economy, reliability, repeatability, sustainability and quality.
2. Project involvement from the conceptualization and detail of the design to completion, testing and commissioning.
3. Modify existing designs, products, control systems.
4. Create examples and models of products and systems.
5. Identify needs of the customer and develop solutions based on System7’s approach to systems design.
6. Research correct solutions, estimate project timescales and costs.
7. Monitor and troubleshoot control systems including power control, motor controls, servo systems, process control systems, discrete and analog I/O, signal converters and transmitters and other devices.
8. Provide clear project direction through good interpersonal communications.
9. Evaluate engineering designs of logic and digital circuits, motor controls, instrumentation, and control system networks for implementation into new or existing automated, servo mechanical, or other electromechanical systems.
10. Transform electrical drawings into design specifications, applying principles of engineering, thermal and fluid sciences, mathematics and statistics.
11. Install and program computer hardware and machine software in microprocessor-based systems.
12. Fabricate mechanical, electrical, and electronic works and assemblies.

Work conditions of a Controls Engineer

1. Work may be performed in an office setting or on the factory floor environment. Work hours may include significant amounts of overtime.
2. Team up with engineers to execute control system designs in industrial or other settings.
3. Maintain service reports, records, and feedback systems.

Educational Requirements of a Controls Engineer

1. This profession may require a background in electronics technology, electrical engineering, and mechanical engineering. (Bachelor’s degree desired).
2. 2-3 years experience preferred.
3. Must know how to use A-B RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000, Studio 5000, FactoryTalk View ME, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD LT.
4. Good understanding of electrical, electronic and mechanical systems.
5. Strong knowledge of PLC, HMI, motion control, and drive programming.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Automation Machinery Manufacturing