Senior Controls Engineer - PLC/CNC Automation & Robotics

GTR Link; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi seeks a Control Engineer to design and improve electrical and automation systems across plant operations. You will work on robotics, CNCs, and PLCs, coordinating bids, vendors, and internal teams to deliver cost-effective improvements.

The role requires a technical degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of PLC/CNC programming and electrical codes.

Qualifications

• BSEE or equivalent Technical degree.
• Minimum 5 years related experience.
• Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements.
• Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes required; knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus.
• PLC programming using Siemens TIA Portal.
• CNC programming using Siemens Step-7 Powerline, Solutionline and HMI advance.
• Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and ladder diagrams, function block diagrams, STL to effectively trouble shoot systems.
• Exceptional computer literacy. Microsoft and AutoCAD desired.
• Hands on experience with equipment controls.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements modifications to electrical systems including robotics, automation equipment and CNC machines.
• Solicits bids, selects contractors, and coordinates activities with internal departments.
• Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule; ensures vendors follow safety requirements.
• Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities.
• Maintains necessary records and documentation; prepares management reports.
• Implement and maintain computerized PLC and CNC systems.
• Continuous improvement with IT and process monitoring systems.
• Follow plant standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards.

Skills

Bilingual?

Education

BSEE

Tools

Siemens TIA Portal

Siemens Step-7

AutoCAD

Job description

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi seeks a Control Engineer to design and improve electrical and automation systems across plant operations. You will work on robotics, CNCs, and PLCs, coordinating bids, vendors, and internal teams to deliver cost-effective improvements.

The role requires a technical degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, with strong knowledge of PLC/CNC programming and electrical codes.