Senior Controls Engineer

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for providing technical support and services in the design, development, testing, production and operation of electrical equipment and systems, as outlined by the Manager.

Role & Responsibilities

Program and debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms (Allen Bradley, Bosch-Rexroth, Codesys)

Develop code that is organized, structured, documents, maintainable and reusable

Use AutoCAD Electrical to update design drawings

Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical issues during testing, on-site installation, and warranty calls

Startup of AC drives, Servo Drives & cut-to-length systems

Create robust programs and sequences to control complex, multi-station machinery to preform processes such roll forming, material handling, packaging

Set high standards of performance, assume responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks

Follow the engineering schedule for each project by establishing critical path deliverables for checking and ensure that the Master Production Schedule is not sacrificed due to late releases of engineering

Ensure efficient use of time and workflow by planning work and keeping work area organized and clean

Collaborate with supervisors and co-workers to ensure an on-time quality product and to accomplish work goals

Maintain positive and productive working relationships with manager, other shop workers, and engineering and office staff

Be courteous and helpful when dealing with customers, suppliers and with coworkers

Maintain effective performance under pressure. Handle stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the company

Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and policies as outlined in the Company Health and Safety Manual

Mentor other employees

Follow all plant safety rules

Follow departmental processes required by ISO and actively participate in recommending improvements

Follow lockout/tagout procedures on live equipment before performing any work

Qualifications

Engineering degree, undergraduate degree or College diploma in electrical or mechanical engineering or technology with emphasis on control systems

Five years Technologist experience working in an electrical controls field

Five years PLC and HMI programming with more than one manufacturer platform

Five years working extensively with RSLogix 5000 & 500 or Bosch Rexroth software

Ability to use AutoCAD to modify design drawings

HMI and PLC Programming (multiple platforms)

Debugging and trouble shooting

Problem solving

Device Networking

Ability to use a multi meter to take measurements

Ability to use a scope measurements

Ability to manage time

Equipment integration

Other

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time or as needed

Ability to work occasional weekend and/or evening as necessary in order to meet quality and due dates

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