Controls Systems Engineer II

Teknor Apex Company; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Teknor Apex Company in Pawtucket, RI seeks an experienced Control Systems Engineer II to join Corporate Engineering. You will design and draft project elements, liaise with manufacturers for materials, and manage quotes and schedules while ensuring safety standards are followed.

You will also implement Ladder Logic for PLCs and develop HMIs with FactoryTalk/ Ignition. The role requires 5–7 years of engineering experience, a Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, and solid background in PLCs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in electrical/computer systems.
• Position requires between 5-7 years of engineering experience
• Strong skills in Ladder Logic with Allen-Bradley PLCs (PLC 5, SLC, ControlLogix) and related tooling.
• Experience with SolidWorks Electrical, HMI design tools (FactoryTalk/Ignition).
• Experience with Ethernet/IP and basic networking fundamentals.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Java.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft project elements for implementation.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors for materials.
• Obtain quotes and delivery schedules for projects.
• Document engineering drawings and project files.
• Ensure adherence to company safety procedures.
• Write Ladder Logic for new and existing equipment.
• Perform HMI design and basic PC/networking tasks.
• Provide technical support for facilities worldwide.
• Participate in maintenance as needed.

Skills

Ladder Logic

Allen-Bradley PLC

SolidWorks Electrical

HMI Design

FactoryTalk Ignition

Ethernet/IP

Networking Basics

Python

Java

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Electrical

FactoryTalk

Ignition

Job description

Teknor Apex | RI Location
505 Central Ave.
Pawtucket, RI 02861, USA

Description

As part of our Corporate Engineering team the Control Systems Engineer II will participate in project teams to design, purchase, and install equipment. They will assist Plants in troubleshooting and problem solving when called upon as well as design processes for potential projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and draft elements relating to projects for implementation.


• Contact manufacturers and vendors for materials required to support proposed design.


• Receive quotes and delivery schedules on projects.


• File documentation of engineering drawings.


• Ensure Company safety procedures are being adhered to.


• Writing Ladder Logic on new projects and existing equipment.


• Perform:
  
  
  • HMI design
  
  
  • basic computer system design – Web Gateway, Virtualization etc
  
  
  • basic network design on new projects and system upgrades.
  
  
  • Control Cabinet design
  
  
  • additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
  
  


• Provide technical support for facilities worldwide.


• Participate in maintenance as needed.

Skills & Experience or Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience in a field of study such as electrical, computer systems.


• Position requires between 5-7 years of engineering experience


• Strong Skills in:
  
  
  • Ladder Logic, preferably with Allen Bradley systems. ie. PLC 5, SLC and Control Logix.
  
  
  • Solidworks Electrical
  
  
  • HMI design, preferably with FactoryTalk and Ignition
  
  
  • Ethernet/IP and basic networking best practices.
  
  
  • Coding – Python and Java
  
  


• Ability to help evaluate project requirements and apply the appropriate solutions.


• Understanding of:
  
  
  • plant power distribution equipment and controls.
  
  
  • project engineering/project management.
  
  


• Demonstrated ability to combine problem‑solving techniques with innovation for best solutions.


• Have the ability to look at the big picture as well as the details. This type of analysis and decision‑making is needed daily.

No agencies please.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.


• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards


• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.


• Ability to perform duties under specific time requirements


• Ability to adapt to changing duties and responsibilities


• Must be able to talk, listen and speak clearly on telephone

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