Controls Engineer Plainwell, Michigan

Perceptive Controls, Inc.; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k match

Job summary

Perceptive Controls, Inc. seeks an experienced PLC/SCADA Programmer to design, program and commission automation systems across diverse industries. You will read P&ID diagrams, simulate and test programs, and support startup activities.

Candidates should have 5+ years in PLC and SCADA, with proficiency in RS Logix, FactoryTalk, Wonderware, Siemens S5-S7, GE iFix and Opto 22. Strong communication is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in control systems PLC/SCADA and startup/debug.
• Experience with RS Logix, FactoryTalk, Wonderware, Siemens S5-S7, GE iFix, and Opto 22.
• Effective written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope and create a detailed work plan.
• Design, program and install the controls and automation system.
• Collaborate with engineers to execute the project plan.
• Manage project budget and procure hardware/software.
• Maintain good customer relations and provide support.
• Produce status reports and communicate milestones.

Skills

PLC programming

SCADA programming

Tools

RS Logix

FactoryTalk

Wonderware

Siemens S5-S7

GE iFix

Opto 22

Job description

Perceptive Controls is a leading engineering, systems integration, and technology consulting firm located in Plainwell Michigan, providing complete system solutions for automotive, food\/beverage, water\/wastewater and other industrial sectors for over 20 years.

We are seeking an experienced PLC and SCADA Programmer. This position will be responsible for programming automation and controls systems involving a wide array of applications. Candidate will have proven experience in PLC logic and SCADA programming. Must be able to read logic and P&ID diagrams for program design, programming, simulation, testing and start-up. Experience with databases and reporting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

Planning

• Understand the scope of the project in collaboration with management
• Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project
• Understand the resources (time, money, equipment, etc.) required to complete the project
• Maintain a schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities
• Review the project schedule with management and all other staff that will be affected by the project activities; revise the schedule as required
• Understand the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated (Phases) at its completion

Implementation

• Design, program and/or install the controls and automation system as required
• Work with other Engineers to ensure execution of the project according to the project plan
• Manage project budget to meet established goals
• Procure the required hardware and software as required for the project
• Maintain good customer relations and provide customer support

Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in control system PLC and SCADA equipment;PLC programming and system startup/debug.

Experience with any / all of the following: RS Logix Platforms,Factory Talk, Wonderware, Siemens S5-S7, GE IFIX, Opto 22

Effective communication skills both written and verbal

• Strong project and time management skills
• Troubleshooting and innovative problem solving skills
• Produce Project Status Reports as required
• Maintain good documented communication with customers
• Be aware of project milestones and related billing and notify management when milestones are achieved
• Complete project deliverables on time and on budget

Typical Travel Required: Approximate 10% overnight travel. Day travel to nearby clients sites will be more frequent.

Compensation: Commensurate with Level of Experience

Benefits: Very competitive health, dental, vision and 401k match plan are provided.

140 E. Bridge Street
Plainwell, MI 49080, USA