Sr. Controls Engineer

Tompkins Solutions, Inc.; Orlando, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Tompkins Solutions LLC in Orlando, FL is seeking a Sr. Controls Engineer to design, program, and commission advanced material handling systems.

You will lead PLC and HMI development, coordinate with engineers and contractors, and travel up to 30% to implement projects at client sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Electrical, Electronic or Controls Engineering or 7+ years of equivalent experience.
• Experience in PLC and HMI programming creation.
• Experience configuring and commissioning devices such as VFDs, Scanners, Scales, MDR, etc.
• Experience configuring and commissioning Ethernet networks.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large project programming creation and other controls engineers.
• Lead onsite project implementations and commissioning.
• Design control and communication architecture (PLCs, I/O, Ethernet).
• Create PLC and HMI programming.
• Configure and commission devices (VFDs, Scanners, Scales, MDR).
• Provide technical support to internal and external teams.
• Travel up to 30% on average.

Skills

PLC Programming

HMI Programming

Electrical Systems

Networking Ethernet

Project Leadership

Verbal & Written Communication

Education

Bachelor in Electrical, Electronic or Controls Engineering

Job description

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Sr. Controls Engineer - Tompkins Solutions LLC

Full-time Regular Professionals Orlando, FL, US

23 days ago Requisition ID: 1387

Location: Orlando, FL Office Preferred (Other states will be considered for Qualified Candidate)

Reports To: Director of Controls Engineering

Position Type: Full Time | Exempt

Tompkins Solutions is a global supply chain services firm dedicated to helping clients achieve supply chain excellence and profitable growth. For over 45 years, Tompkins has integrated its decades of experience in strategy, commerce, logistics, and technology to provide unique supply chain consulting and material handling integration solutions. By combining best-in-breed services and technologies, Tompkins delivers a true end-to-end supply chain solution, enabling clients to improve their customer experience and ensure long-term success.

Job Summary: Tompkins' Material Handling Integration Department Is responsible for the design, specification, implementation and commissioning of Material Handling Systems for our customers.

In this position you will be responsible for creating PLC programs, HMI programs, IO Lists, Configuring and commissioning Ethernet Networks using multiple devices such as VFDs, Scanners, Scales, RIO Modules, etc. Your responsibilities will also include onsite implementation, testing, and commissioning of projects.

The position requires you to coordinate and work closely with Electrical Engineers, System Architects, Application Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Software Engineers, Sub-Contractors and Project Managers throughout the life cycle of the projects.

Job Functions:

• Controls and Electrical Engineering
• Lead Large Project Programming Creation and other Controls Engineers
• Lead Onsite Project Implementations and Commissioning
• Controls and Communication Architecture Design (PLCs, I/O Distribution, Ethernet Communications)
• PLC Programming Creation
• HMI Programming Creation
• Programming Devices such as Conveyor Systems, MDR, VFDs, Scanners, Printers, etc.
• Controls and Electrical Engineering Technical Support to all Internal and External TEAMs
• Coordination and Support of the Electrical Design Team
• Request for Proposal Creation used for the Vendor Quoting and Selection Process
• Professional Communication and Presentation to all Internal and External Teams
• Professional Documentation Presentation to all Internal and External Teams
• Create, Organize Properly Store PLC, HMI, and other Programs and Configurations
• Participate In Team Meetings as required
• Accept other Occasionally Assigned Tasks that are Field Related
• Projects Performed On Time
• Projects Performed to Budget

Qualifications:

• Bachelor in Electrical, Electronic or Controls Engineering OR minimum7years of equivalent experience
• Experience in PLC and HMI Programming Creation
• Experience in Configuring and Commissioning devices such as VFDs, Scanners, Scales, MDR, etc.
• Experience in Configuring and Commissioning Communication Networks using Ethernet Communications
• Experience In Configuring and Commissioning Electrical and PLC Safety Circuits
• Knowledge of Acceptable Electrical Practices, Techniques, and Codes
• Experience with Programming Large Scale PLC Projects
• Experience with Leading Large PLC Projects
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Proactive Attitude towards Solving and Completing Tasks
• Proactive Attitude towards Identifying, Initiating, and Implementing Improvement Activities
• Team Player with Hands-On Teamwork and Support as Required
• Ability to work flexible hours to meet customer requirements project deadlines
• Mechanical Aptitude of Equipment Operation Is Preferred
• Willingness to travel up to an average of 30%
• Work will be conducted in Tompkins' offices, remote offices, and on-site client locations