Control Engineer

Controls Engineer

Scope of Function:

Under administrative review, designs and develops all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment and machinery. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software. A CDE II is familiar with standard concepts and practices, and is expected to display more than the minimum experience in the controls industry.

Experience working on Industrial Manufacturing Process Projects is highly desirable. Continuous process using temperature, pressure, speed, values, mixing and numbers, for example painting cars, missing chemicals etc.

• Proficiency in PLC/HMI software platforms is needed. Rockwell and/or Siemens are the main ones; alternate platforms are an added benefit but those two are the most relevant for us.
• Travel is a pain-point for us right now. We really need candidates to be flexible and willingly accept that 40% travel throughout the year may happen.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Technology diploma or equivalents, normally with 1 - 3 years’ related working experience from the graduation level.

· Applicant must demonstrate efficiency in troubleshooting existing control systems and equipment.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills are required.

· Ability to work in a team environment is required.

Breakdown of Focus Areas:

· Up to 10% of time spent in Client/People Management.

· Up to 20% of time spent as a Solutions Architect (building a framework to meet customer needs and applies appropriate industry standards).

· 50% - 80% of time spent as a developer (builds and programs actual system components and follows applicable standards, as directed by Project Managers).

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Sets an example to other employees by means of arriving promptly on schedule, keeping a neat and organized work area, and maintaining a personal calendar, journal and task list.

2. Meets weekly with Project Managers for a detailed review of all current tasks and projects. Purpose of review is to ensure adherence to companies specified method, practice, and procedure.

3. Establish a foundation of engineering concepts, and continues to strive to grow technically and professionally.

4. Maintains a self-directed enthusiasm for new concepts and technologies, utilizing all unassigned time for training exercises and shadowing experienced Engineers.

5. Develop the ability to design and document equipment function and interconnectivity to form efficient control systems.

6. Communicates effectively with customers/project stakeholders.

7. Project Specific Activities:

• Review and understand scope of supply, budget, and schedule of assigned projects.

• Report budget and scope issues to Project Managers as they arise.

• Complete and report design tasks to Project Managers on or before scheduled milestones.

8. Design Engineering:

• Understand and develop fundamental Electrical Hardwire design concepts.

• Gather, understand and archive cut sheet information for assigned projects.

• Sketch design concepts and submit to Project Manager for review.

• Ability to perform computer-aided design work with software such as AutoCAD or EPLAN is preferred.

• Understand and prepare PLC software and HMI designs for Project Management approval utilizing OTI software standards.

9. Engineering Method, Practice, and Procedure

• Maintains accurate journal or composition book

• Submits timesheets and project documentation to Administration on-time, every time.

• Ensures that all project documentation is stored on server in the correct location at all times.

• Ensure all required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Ability to conduct the installation, commissioning, operation, troubleshooting/testing/debug and support of small automation projects with help from peers.

2. Ability to be responsive to customers’ demands and requirements.

3. Ability to seek out solutions to problems with Management assistance.

4. Experience in either the Automotive, Food and Beverage, Waste Water or Power Plant and Utilities markets is highly desirable.

5. Experience with Automation or Process projects is highly desirable.

6. Experience with any type of paint finishing experience is highly desirable.

Benefits:

· Compensation - $40 - $55 an hour (depending on experience)

· Overtime available after 40 hours

· Weekly pay role

· Yearly bonus program (equivalent to 1 extra month’s salary per year)

· Medical insurance, Vision, Dental 401K

· Paid expenses

· Hybrid and flexi-time working available (very flexible – work from home available)

· Relocation package

· Vacation time negotiable

· Gym reimbursement and pet insurance