Controls Engineer: PLC Upgrades & System Integration

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group; Sturbridge (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group seeks an experienced controls engineer to upgrade a legacy Allen Bradley printing system. The role focuses on Siemens S7 15xx PLCs and AB PLC troubleshooting, with integration of conveyors and new equipment into an aging setup.

You will modify programs for the new layout, manage the full project, and communicate findings clearly in both spoken and written forms as issues arise.

Qualifications

• Experience with Siemens S7 15xx PLC programming.
• Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Inheriting a legacy Allen Bradley controlled printing system with conveyors and equipment.
• System ages around 15 years with obsolete controls and communications.
• Must modify programs for new layout and integrate new equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install and rewire equipment in a legacy Allen Bradley printing system.
• Tie new conveyors and equipment into the existing setup.
• Modify PLC programs to accommodate layout changes and new hardware.
• Work independently and manage the entire project from start to finish.
• Communicate clearly both verbally and in writing throughout troubleshooting.

Skills

Siemens S7 PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Troubleshooting

Project management

Independent work

Job description

Pentangle Tech Services | P5 Group seeks an experienced controls engineer to upgrade a legacy Allen Bradley printing system. The role focuses on Siemens S7 15xx PLCs and AB PLC troubleshooting, with integration of conveyors and new equipment into an aging setup.

You will modify programs for the new layout, manage the full project, and communicate findings clearly in both spoken and written forms as issues arise.