Electrical Controls Engineer

Kaygen, Inc.; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaygen, Inc. is seeking a Controls Engineer in Georgetown, KY for a 12-month engagement. You will lead electrical design for stamping presses, HMI/PLC development, safety PLC work, and full line commissioning.

Responsibilities include hardware layouts, panel design, field device planning, and supervising installation teams. Travel to Canada/Mexico may be required; weekends/holidays may be requested.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering/technologies or technician degree or equivalent work experience.
• AutoCAD Electrical experience required.
• PLC programming experience (Rockwell, Mitsubishi and Siemens preferred).
• Electrical hardware design and modification experience.
• Experience with equipment demolition, installation, and commissioning.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and work in Canada and Mexico.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays as necessary.

Responsibilities

• HMI Design: Create and modify HMI programs for Proface hardware; review during buyoffs.
• PLC Design: Create/modify PLC programs on Allen-Bradley/Siemens hardware; review during buyoffs.
• Safety PLC Design: Develop and modify Safety PLC programs; hardware layouts.
• Panel Layouts: Create/modify layouts using AutoCAD Electrical; review buyoffs.
• Field Device Layouts: Create/modify layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical; review buyoffs.
• Full Line Commissioning: Provide PLC, Electrical, and Mechanical commissioning support.
• Supervise and guide Engineers, Electricians, and Millwrights during installations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Verbal communication

Written communication

PLC programming

Electrical hardware design

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering/technologies or technician degree

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Kaygen, Inc. a diverse award-winning global business services and technology solutions partner with Global Fortune 500 companies.

Location: Georgetown, KY

Duration: 12 Months

Who we are

Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Our Client. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Our Client is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for diverse, talented team members who want to grow and challenge what’s possible with us.

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the electrical design on mechanical/hydraulic power stamping presses and related automation upgrades. This Includes HMI Design, PLC Design, Safety PLC Design, Hardwire Layouts, Panel Layouts, Risk Assessments, Field Device Layouts, Installation Supervision and Full Line Commissioning. Detailed description:

HMI Design:

Create new HMI programs using GP-pro software on Proface hardware

Modify existing HMI programs using GP-pro software on Proface hardware

Review and verify HMI programs during customer buyoffs

PLC Design:

Create new PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, MPE720, PCwin, Memosoft, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley, Yaskawa, Toyopuc, Siemens hardware

Modify existing PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, MPE720, PCwin, Memosoft, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley, Yaskawa, Toyopuc, Siemens hardware

Review and verify PLC design during customer buyoffs.

Safety PLC Design:

Create new Safety PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley and Siemens hardware

Modify existing Safety PLC programs using Studio 5000, RSLinx, IAB, Simatic Step 7 software on Allen-Bradley and Siemens hardware

Review and verify Safety PLC design during customer buyoffs

Create new Hardware Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software

Modify existing Hardware Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software

Review and verify Hardwire Layout during customer buyoffs

Panel Layouts:

Create new Panel Layouts using AutoCAD Electrical software

Modify existing Panel Layouts using AutoCAD Electrical software

Review and verify Panel Layouts during customer buyoffs

Preform Risk Assessments on projects regarding bid selection, hardware procurement, and installation timing.

Field Device Layouts:

Create new Field Device Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software

Modify existing Field Device Layouts using IAB and AutoCAD Electrical software

Review and verify Field Device Layouts during customer buyoffs

Supervise Engineers, Electricians, and Millwrights during installation of various Press upgrades

Provide direction on installation tasks to Engineers, Electricians, and Millwrights

Bring resolution to any construction related items during installation

Full Line Commissioning:

Provide Full Line Commissioning support before, during, and after installation of various press upgrade projects which includes PLC, Electrical, and Mechanical support

Requirements:

• BS in Electrical Engineering/technologies or technician degree or Equivalent Work Experience.
• AutoCad Electrical Experience
• PLC programming experience (Rockwell, Mitsubishi and Siemens preferred) – Must Have
• Electrical hardware design and modification experience
• Experience with equipment demolition, installation, and commissioning
• Ability to multitask.
• Works well within a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to travel and work in Canada and Mexico
• Able to work weekends and holidays as necessary

KAYGEN is an award-winning global business, providing top talent for technology-based solutions and staffing services for over 16 years. We specialize in providing high-volume contingent staffing, direct hire staffing and project-based solutions to companies worldwide ranging from startups to Fortune 500 and Managed Service Providers (MSP) across a wide variety of industries. For more information please visit us at www.kaygen.com