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Principal Engineer - Motion

E Tech Group

Indianapolis (IN)

Remote

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Join E Tech Group as a Principal Engineer and lead innovative control systems projects within diverse industries. This role focuses on hardware and software design, ensuring successful project delivery from concept through commissioning. With a team of passionate experts, you'll contribute to cutting-edge automation solutions while enjoying competitive benefits and a collaborative environment.

Benefits

401k with match
Medical/dental/vision enrollment
Generous paid time off
Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in control system electrical design.
  • Experience with Rockwell and other PLC platforms.
  • Knowledge of control networks and biopharmaceutical processes.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop control systems design for complex systems.
  • Collaborate effectively within a team, emphasizing customer service.
  • Travel up to 50% to local sites.

Skills

Troubleshooting
Collaboration
Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Rockwell products
SCADA/HMI packages

Job description

At E Tech Group, joining our team means joining a group of passionate and forward-thinking experts. We are one of the largest engineering and system integration firms in the United States, providing value through IT automation and control solutions for over 30 years across industries such as Life Sciences, Mission Critical, Metals & Mining, Warehousing & Distribution, and CPG / Food & Beverage.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Principal Engineer (with Motion Controls) to lead or contribute to hardware and software design of process automation control systems projects. Responsibilities include defining architecture requirements, developing software specifications, programming PLC and SCADA applications, configuring applications and databases, tuning control loops, and providing startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and qualification services. This role offers the opportunity to oversee projects from concept through commissioning.

Location: Remote, preferred in Midwest, Texas, Arkansas

Responsibilities:

  • Manage and develop control systems design for complex systems
  • Evaluate and recommend system solutions
  • Modify program/system logic across multiple systems
  • Gain proficiency in programming languages and control networks for PLCs and PCs
  • Engage with customers to understand business needs, define scope, plans, and deliverables
  • Collaborate effectively within a team, emphasizing customer service and continuous improvement
  • Travel up to 50% to local sites, with appreciation for documentation and planning in regulated environments
  • Represent the company by embodying core values and prioritizing client and team success

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
  • 8+ years of experience in control system electrical design
  • Experience with Rockwell products: Kinetix, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PlantPAx, Factory Talk, Studio 5000, PLC5, SLC500, RSView, PanelView Plus
  • Experience with other PLC platforms (GE, Siemens, Modicon)
  • Experience with SCADA/HMI packages (Proficy, Wonderware)
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and understanding of process controls
  • Control system validation experience in pharma/biotech is a plus
  • Knowledge of control networks (Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet)
  • Understanding of biopharmaceutical processes, GMP, and validation
  • Knowledge of S88 Batch standards and batch system implementation
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Collaborative team player

Benefits include 401k with match, prompt medical/dental/vision enrollment, generous paid time off, and ongoing training and development opportunities. E Tech Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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