Electrical Controls Engineer

S.E.A. Group; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 103,155,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

S.E.A. Group is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to implement and troubleshoot electrical control systems, including PLC/HMI commissioning, equipment checks, and start-ups. You will collect data and optimize control systems across manufacturing tools.

Minimum 3 years of controls engineering in manufacturing and a BS in electrical/computer engineering (or related). Proficiency with AutoCAD, Rockwell PLCs/HMI, and related platforms is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing equipment controls engineering.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/related field or equivalent work experience.
• Experience in controls engineering techniques and practices.

Responsibilities

• Support US customer manufacturing tool controls.
• Coordinate new equipment installation and implementation.
• Maintain and update manufacturing tool electrical drawings and document changes.
• Troubleshoot and solve controls-related issues; suggest policy/standard changes.

Skills

Controls engineering

Troubleshooting electrical systems

Manufacturing processes

Communication

Problem solving

Robotic systems safety

Motion controls

Office software

C#, VB.NET, HTML, XML, SQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field

3+ years manufacturing equipment controls experience

Tools

AutoDesk AutoCad

Rockwell Automation Logix PLCs

Rockwell HMI

Siemens/Mitsubishi PLC platforms

SQL Server

Job description

Position Summary:

Requires taking a role in the implementation and troubleshooting of electrical control systems/designs, PLC/HMI commissioning, performing equipment checks, equipment/system start-ups, data collection, and optimization of control systems.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Electrical Controls Engineer

Position Summary:

Requires taking a role in the implementation and troubleshooting of electrical control systems/designs, PLC/HMI commissioning, performing equipment checks, equipment/system start-ups, data collection, and optimization of control systems.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or equivalent years of work experience

Required Skills/Competencies:

• Experience in controls engineering techniques and practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical/electronic control systems.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
• Experience using AutoDesk AutoCad drafting software to create electrical schematics and panel layouts.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC’s, including ladder and function block diagrams.
• Experience with Rockwell Automation Human Machine Interfaces (HMI).
• Knowledge of PLC Siemens and Mitsubishi platforms.
• Knowledge of robotic systems including safety requirements and design/implementation practices.
• Experience with motion controls including stepper motors, servo motors, and AC/DC Drives.
• Understanding of computer hardware/applications and the Microsoft Office family.
• Some Microsoft SQL Server Database configuration experience.
• Experience in at least one multi-tiered architecture using C#, VB.NET, HTML, XML and SQL.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supporting US customer manufacturing tool controls.
• Assisting with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation.
• Maintaining and updating manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes is documented, and drawings are kept current.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving equipment controls-related issues and recommending controls policy/standard changes, if possible, to prevent future issues with new manufacturing process tools.
• Interfacing with multiple departments within the organization and customer stakeholders to ensure controls policies/standards are understood and being adhered to.
• Maintaining effective communication levels and fostering team building.
• Ensuring adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
• Maintaining OSHA 10 – General Industry certification and participates in additional safety training as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Job description subject to change at any time.

Reporting Relationships:

• Reports to the Senior CS Manager.

Travel:

• Up to 70% - Primarily domestic with some international, as needed to support project requirements.

Estimated Salary Range:

• $36 - $40/hr, based on location and experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
• Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, clean room garments.)