Process Controls Engineer

Technical Associates; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Process Controls Engineer to join their Atlanta office. This role involves hands-on project design, programming, and commissioning in the electrical and controls engineering field. You will collaborate with clients across various industries, ensuring the successful execution of projects while adhering to safety and operational standards. With opportunities for travel and weekend work, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the manufacturing sector. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to tackle exciting challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in process controls engineering.
• Proficient in PLC programming and control system design.
• Experience in food, beverage, or chemical manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage electrical controls project execution and site start-up support.
• Design and upgrade PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems.
• Collaborate with clients and vendors on process systems.

Skills

Process Controls Engineering

Electrical Engineering

PLC Programming

HMI/SCADA Systems

Communication Networks

Control Loops

Strong Communication Skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Rockwell Automation ControlLogix

FTView

Wonderware

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Overview

We are seeking a Process Controls Engineer for our Atlanta, GA office. This role requires a hands-on engineer with expertise in electrical and controls engineering for project design, programming, commissioning, and start-up. The selected candidate will be responsible for supporting client sites in Atlanta, with occasional travel (approximately 10-20%) to out-of-state client locations. Weekend work will be required as needed.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to existing and proposed processes, collaborating with clients, vendors, and consultants. Projects will primarily involve process systems with some packaging systems, spanning industries such as food & beverage, chemical, and others.
• Manage electrical controls project execution, either independently or as part of a team. Responsibilities include: Control system design, Controls programming, Project documentation
• Site start-up support for integrated systems
• Design and upgrade PLC, HMI, and SCADA control systems.
• Generate electrical schematics, control panel designs, electrical installation bid packages, and supervise installation activities.
• Deliver projects within aggressive schedules, ensuring accuracy and strict safety compliance.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of process controls engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in system design and hands-on project execution
• Strong research skills to specify new equipment, processes, and technologies.
• Self-motivated, energetic, and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work both individually and in a team environment.
• Experience in supervising fabrication and installation activities.
• Ability to support production start-ups, ensuring projects meet safety, operational, and functional requirements.
• Industry experience in food, beverage, or chemical manufacturing preferred.

Technical Skills & Experience

Software & Tools:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Excel, and Word.
• Electrical control panel design, electrical schematics, and MCC layouts.

PLC Programming:

• Creating, modifying, and troubleshooting Rockwell Automation ControlLogix/CompactLogix, PLC 5, and SLC systems.

HMI/SCADA Systems:

• Experience with FTView, iFix, Wonderware, Ignition, etc.

Drives & Field Devices:

• Specifying and troubleshooting Rockwell VFDs.
• Troubleshooting discrete and analog field devices.

Communication Networks:

• Designing and troubleshooting Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, ASi, ModBus, etc.

Control Loops:

• Designing and tuning PID control loops.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and people skills.
• High professional ethics.

Essential Functions

• Fieldwork required.
• Must be able to climb ladders, walk over crossovers, and access equipment.
• Must be capable of walking long distances within a manufacturing plant for required meetings and duties.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening, background check, and motor vehicle report (MVR) in accordance with company and client policies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Design Services, Manufacturing, and Engineering Services

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