Controls Engineer II: PLC/HMI Automation & Mentoring

Generac

Trenton (SC)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 125,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Generac is seeking a Controls Engineer in the United States to lead control system projects and maintain existing equipment. Responsibilities include design of automation controls, PLC/HMI programming, troubleshooting, and startup commissioning.

You will mentor associates, provide technical assistance, and drive process improvements across the team. The role emphasizes hands-on programming, integration with Rockwell systems, and collaborating with internal customers to translate requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
3 years of experience with programming Industrial controls, PLCs, HMIs, and industrial communication protocols.
3 years of experience with PLC, HMI, Drives programming using Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000 and FTV view.

Responsibilities

Solve equipment controls issues and implement improvements.
Provide capital project control system guidance to equipment suppliers and installation contractors.
Serve as the SME for facility engineering resources on control systems programming.
Prepare project deliverables including statements of work, status reports and budgets.
Ensure adherence to company standards and methodologies.
Discuss needs with internal customers in non-technical language.
Translate functional requirements into System Design Specifications.
Develop programs to meet system requirements.
Mentor and guide project team members to deliver on project requirements.
Ensure customer acceptance by testing, validating, and training users in changes to business processes.
Other duties as assigned.