Controls Engineer - PLC/CNC Automation & Improvements

PACCAR Engine Company; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision options

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Paccar Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi, seeks a Control Engineer to design and implement electrical control systems and improve plant efficiency. The role covers robotics, CNC machines, and automation, with the aim of reducing costs and increasing reliability.

The ideal candidate has a BSEE or equivalent, 5+ years of related experience, and proficiency with Siemens PLCs, CNC programming, and AutoCAD. Expect coordination with vendors and cross-functional teams on capex projects.

Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent technical degree is required.
• Minimum 5 years related experience is required.
• Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with conflicting requirements.
• Knowledge of electrical codes (city, state, federal) required; mechanical and safety codes preferred.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profinet, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus.
• Siemens PLC programming using TIA Portal.
• Siemens CNC programming with Step-7 and HMI planning.
• Ability to read electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic schematics and ladder diagrams.
• Excellent computer literacy; Microsoft and AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical systems including robotics, automation equipment and CNC machines.
• Solicits bids, selects contractors, and coordinates activities with internal departments.
• Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule with safety requirements.
• Coordinates and supervises maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment.
• Maintains records and prepares management reports as necessary.
• Implements and maintains PLC and CNC systems; supports process monitoring systems.
• Maintains up-to-date machine design documentation per ISO standards.
• Reviews engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommends changes.
• Manages capital budget projects and supports Six Sigma initiatives.
• Facilitates communication to plant management on project status.

Skills

BSEE or equivalent

Five years experience

Risk assessments

Project management

Electrical codes knowledge

Profibus/ProfiSafe/ASI-Bus

PLC programming (Siemens TIA Portal)

CNC programming (Siemens Step-7)

Electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic schem

AutoCAD familiarity

Education

BSEE or equivalent Technical degree

Tools

Siemens Step-7

Siemens TIA Portal

AutoCAD

Job description

Paccar Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi, seeks a Control Engineer to design and implement electrical control systems and improve plant efficiency. The role covers robotics, CNC machines, and automation, with the aim of reducing costs and increasing reliability.

The ideal candidate has a BSEE or equivalent, 5+ years of related experience, and proficiency with Siemens PLCs, CNC programming, and AutoCAD. Expect coordination with vendors and cross-functional teams on capex projects.