Controls Engineer - PLC/CNC Automation & Improvement

PACCAR; Columbus (MS); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi seeks an Electrical & Controls Engineer for maintenance and plant-wide control systems. The role focuses on designing and improving electrical systems for CNC/robotics, and coordinating capital projects with a focus on reliability and cost reduction.

The position requires a BS in Engineering, PLC/CNC programming skills, and experience with automation and safety standards. Evening shift included with opportunities to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• Experience with risk assessments and safety evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with conflicting requirements.
• Knowledge of electrical codes and safety standards preferred.
• PLC programming with Siemens Step-7, TIA Portal, WinCCFlex.
• CNC programming with Siemens Step-7 Powerline, TIA Portal, HMI.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profinet, Safety Integrated.
• Experience with FANUC Robots, Vision systems.
• Strong CAD literacy; Microsoft and AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical system including robotics, automation equipment and CNC machines.
• Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities.
• Maintains records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary.
• Implement and maintain computerized PLC and CNC control systems.
• Provide maintenance supervision support as needed.
• Collaborate with IT on process monitoring systems.
• Follow ISO standards for filing and documentation, maintain up-to-date machine design docs.
• Review engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommend changes.
• Prepare, manage and implement capital budget projects; support Six Sigma projects.
• Facilitate effective communication to plant management on project status.
• Work in a high-performance team environment.
• This is an evening shift position.

Skills

PLC programming

CNC programming

FANUC robots

Vision systems

AutoCAD

Electrical safety

Electrical codes

HMI/SCADA

Industrial automation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Siemens Step-7

TIA Portal

WinCCFlex

Powerline

AutoCAD

Job description

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi seeks an Electrical & Controls Engineer for maintenance and plant-wide control systems. The role focuses on designing and improving electrical systems for CNC/robotics, and coordinating capital projects with a focus on reliability and cost reduction.

The position requires a BS in Engineering, PLC/CNC programming skills, and experience with automation and safety standards. Evening shift included with opportunities to drive continuous improvement.