Controls Engineer

Trillium Staffing; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Controls Engineer for a position in the Boston, MA area. The role involves developing and implementing control systems for industrial processes and machinery. Ideal candidates need a BS in a relevant field and 5+ years of experience. Strong PLC programming and client relations skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and lead projects. This role offers an attractive salary of $125,000/year and the chance for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in control engineering preferred.
• Strong understanding of PLC hardware/software required.
• Knowledge of automation protocols required.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and implement control systems for industrial processes.
• Develop control system architecture and schematic diagrams.
• Act as technical lead and guide junior engineers.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI/SCADA programming

Client relations

Control systems design

Electrical schematics

Automation protocols

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Control Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation

Inductive Automation Ignition

Emerson DeltaV

SQL

Job description

Overview

We have a Controls Engineering position available in the Boston, MA area.

Responsibilities

• This position requires the Controls Engineer to conceptualize, detail and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery that meet the client’s requirements.
• This involves the development of a control system architecture, selecting the components to be used, detailing schematic diagrams and system documentation, programming controllers (PLC, DCS, RTU), programming the process visualization (HMI/SCADA), developing databases for archiving/displaying historical system data, and implementing/commissioning the control system at the client’s facility.
• Knowledge of controller programming languages such as Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text and others to achieve the desired results is required.
• Also having knowledge of standard programming languages such as VBA, .NET and SQL for the development of HMI/SCADA systems is preferred.
• For larger systems, experience with industrial networking used to connect control system components and instrumentation is preferred.
• The Controls Engineer may design, detail and implement a variety of fiber, wired and wireless systems using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus, etc.).
• The ideal candidate must have a diverse engineering skill set with the ability to work independently.
• Will act as a technical contributor on projects both as part of a collaborative team and independent contributor based on the size/scope of the project.
• May act as technical lead on projects and guide junior engineers and technicians. Could also act as Project Manager on smaller projects.

Compensation

Annual salary is $125k/year. Apply now!

Qualifications

• Education: A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science is required.
• Experience: 5+ years with capabilities in the areas below is preferred:
• An in-depth understanding of PLC hardware/software platforms such as Rockwell Automation.
• An in-depth understanding of HMI/SCADA hardware/software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition.
• In-depth understanding of DCS hardware/software platform such as Emerson DeltaV.
• Working knowledge of field instruments used in process control systems.
• Familiar with electrical schematics, including power distribution under 480VAC, control panels and applicable NEC standards.
• Proficient in automation protocols such as HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Traditional I/O, Profibus, Ethernet I/P, OPC, Modbus TCP/IP.
• Strong leadership and client relation skills.
• Familiar with S88 Batch.
• Familiar with relevant regulatory requirements of the life science industry such as cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, etc.
• Familiar with GAMP5, System and Software Development Life Cycles methodologies, validation.
• Familiar with databases such as SQL.
• Professional references, preferably one from each of the following: a peer and a manager.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Trillium has been recruiting and placing professionals for over 30 years. From Fortune 100 companies to small businesses, our philosophy remains the same: to achieve excellence by providing quality employees and an uncompromising level of service. We believe in honesty, integrity, and a simple philosophy of providing value to our customers and our employees. We strive to be unsurpassed in the recruitment and placement of quality and skilled professionals. Trillium is an Equal Opportunity Employer.