Controls Engineer, 3rd Shift (No OPT/CPT/F1/H1B Visas Please)

The Judge Group; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a Controls and Automation Engineer for the Grand Prairie plant in Texas. The role focuses on designing, developing, and troubleshooting factory electrical control systems and machinery with emphasis on PLC/robotic integration.

Responsibilities include programming Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, and safety systems, plus supporting networked equipment, and supervising maintenance staff as required. A Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years in the field are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 2+ years of Electrical Controls/System Engineering industry experience.
• Familiarity with ladder logic and industrial automation software.
• Experience with PLCs, HMIs, and robotic interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and troubleshoot factory electrical control systems and machinery.
• Program and support PLC-based hardware/software, especially Allen-Bradley systems.
• Test and maintain electrical equipment for manufacturing and power transmission.
• Troubleshoot network and electrical issues on conveyors, motors, and drives.
• Develop operator interfaces and ensure OSHA electrical safety compliance.
• Supervise maintenance staff as needed and manage project scopes.

Skills

Ladder logic

HMI design

Networking basics

Robotic teach points

Electrical controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLC5/SLC/ControlLogix

FactoryTalk View

Ignition

Wonderware

LabVIEW

Job description

Controls and Automation Engineer/Controls Engineer

Shift: Third Shift, often working 6 days per week.

Location: Grand Prairie, Texas

Salary Range: $100,000-$120,000

AIP or OT: Overtime Eligible

Must have Bachelor’s degree

NO OPT/CPT/F1/H1B VISAS PLEASE

TN Visas are acceptable

Must also have exposure to Fanuc Robotics!

CONTROLS AND AUTOMATION ENGINEER

GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS – GRAND PRAIRIE PLANT

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Designing, developing, and troubleshooting all aspects of factory based electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery
• Familiar with and knowledge of installation, programming, and providing technical support of PLC based hardware and software, such as Allen Bradley systems
• Performance of testing and maintaining various electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing and power transmission systems
• Ability to identify network communication issues reactively and proactively troubleshoot electrical based problems on conveyor systems, motors, drives, pumps, etc.
• Use of computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform assignments
• Evaluation of existing components and/or systems to ensure ongoing reliability and support of integrated turn-key equipment and machinery
• Develop, modify, or write operator interfaces and other platforms
• Familiar with, knowledge, and understanding of OSHA electrical safety rule and regulation such as NFPA-70E, LOTO, and Safe Cell Entry
• Willing and able to supervise, guide, and direct plant maintenance technicians as required
• Interpret production requirements, identify, and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget
• Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design, including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls
• Oversee project workflow, support internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects, expected quality, and allotted budget
• Develop electrical and software design of customized solutions, including manufacturing automation and safety systems, while ensuring project scope is maintained without project scope creep
• Support manufactured, build, and validation of manufacturing automation and safety systems, which include pneumatics, servos, vfd’s, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, pushbuttons, robotic integration, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings
• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently, and in team-based environments
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in a high output environment, as well as ability to balance multiple projects

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 2+ years of Electrical Controls/System Engineering industry experience
• Understanding and general skills in ladder logic, preferably Allen-Bradley Systems; PLC5, SLC and ControlLogix 5000-5580.
• Understanding and general skills in HMI Design, Preferably FactoryTalk View and Ignition; Wonderware. LabVIEW
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP and basic networking applications and practices
• Working knowledge and understanding of plant power distribution equipment and controls
• Working knowledge of robot teach points and programming code understanding