Sr. Controls Engineer

FORTNA; Peachtree Corners (GA); Remote; USD 87,600 - 131,300; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution solutions provider is seeking a skilled Controls Engineer for a role involving PLC programming, HMI design, and collaboration with teams. The candidate will have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 4-7 years of controls experience. The role requires substantial travel (up to 75%) and physical capability for a variety of tasks. Strong communication and troubleshooting skills are essential. A competitive salary and travel opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 4-7 years of experience within an industrial controls environment.
• Experience with PLC programming (Rockwell required).
• Familiarity with HMI programming (FactoryTalk View, Ignition).

Responsibilities

• Write and implement modular and reusable PLC code.
• Design and develop Human Machine Interface (HMI).
• Commission and troubleshoot complex automated systems.

Skills

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Results-focused

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable

Tools

FactoryTalk View

Ignition

Rockwell PLC

Job description

Fortna partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known worldwide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost‑effective order fulfillment and last‑mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

Essential Functions

• Write and implement modular and reusable PLC code and assist in all on‑site controls engineering tasks.
• Design and develop Human Machine Interface (HMI) using commercially available products such as Ignition, Wonderware, FactoryTalk View, or FactoryTalk Optix.
• Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specifications.
• Work with Fortna employees, customer representatives and third‑party vendors to ensure all aspects of a project are considered during both the design and execution phases.
• Review electrical designs and provide accurate as‑built drawings for approval.
• Individually or as a team, commission and troubleshoot complex automated systems, provide site engineering support, and complete system acceptance testing.
• Provide support of system commissioning efforts as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or comparable.
• 4-7 years of experience within an industrial controls environment, which includes:
• PLC programming (Rockwell required, Siemens, Schneider or other is expected)
• HMI programming (FactoryTalk View, Ignition, Wonderware, Indusoft)
• Input and output device design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
• Industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.)
• Low voltage electrical design and drawing understanding and creation.
• Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education.
• Experience with VFDs preferred (networked a plus).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 – Office Apps.

Skills / Abilities

• Must be self‑motivated, self‑aware, detail‑oriented, and results‑focused.
• Understanding of VFDs, induction motors, programmable logic controllers and industrial networks.
• Demonstrates understanding of project management, service management, or relationship management principles.
• Abilities and knowledge in practices and techniques gained through experience and exposure to complex and diverse techniques, theories, and principles.
• Ability to troubleshoot and isolate controls I/O problems.
• Schedule, manage, and execute basic system implementations, enhancements, and retrofits.
• Collaborate and communicate with Fortna team members, project managers and customers in a professional written and spoken manner.
• Provide direction and leadership to junior‑level controls engineers.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, etc. When traveling the job environment shifts to a site‑based, typically industrial setting. This role routinely uses appropriate PPE, electrical diagnostic tools, electrical implementation tools, laptops, and networking equipment.

Travel

This position requires up to 70‑75% travel to various sites.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to navigate safely over and around warehouse automation equipment.
• Physical stamina may be required for prolonged standing, bending, stooping, and/or working in cramped quarters.
• Exposure to potentially dangerous tools and equipment amidst a variety of building materials is probable, as is occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• The noise level in the work environment can vary from being relatively quiet, to moderate, to excessive.

The base salary range for this role is $87,600 to $131,300. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.

Employees may be required to perform any other job‑related duties as requested by their supervisor. This is a remote position. Please review this posting for information on travel requirements.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job‑related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of Fortna and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Fortna will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.