Hands-On Automation & Controls Engineer (PLC/SCADA)

TARGAN Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TARGAN Inc. is seeking an R&D Automation and Controls Engineer to design, program, debug, and troubleshoot automated equipment for customer facilities. The role is hands-on and requires working onsite with cross-functional teams to realize reliable automation solutions.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of PLC/PAC experience, familiarity with industrial fieldbus protocols, machine vision, safety systems, and Python/C#. Travel to supplier and customer sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science.

Responsibilities

• Programming of PLC/PAC devices using IEC61131-3 languages.
• Integration of I/O systems with EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, IO-Link.
• Integrate machine vision and safety systems using the described protocols.
• Incorporate sensors for flow, pressure, etc. into machine programs.
• Work within PLC/PAC template framework and state machines (ISA-TR88.00.02).
• Understand electrical schematics and safety in electro-mechanical systems.
• Troubleshoot equipment using multimeters and testing devices.
• Collaborate with Engineers and Scientists in cross-functional teams.

Skills

PLC/PAC

IEC61131-3

EtherCAT

Ethernet/IP

IO-Link

Machine vision

Machine safety

VFDs

Sensors integration

ISA-TR88.00.02

Electrical safety

HMI/SCADA

Python

C#

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

SCADA

Job description

TARGAN Inc. is seeking an R&D Automation and Controls Engineer to design, program, debug, and troubleshoot automated equipment for customer facilities. The role is hands-on and requires working onsite with cross-functional teams to realize reliable automation solutions.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of PLC/PAC experience, familiarity with industrial fieldbus protocols, machine vision, safety systems, and Python/C#. Travel to supplier and customer sites may be required.