What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Controls Engineer position at Ackley Hartnett?
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
R-V Industries & subsidiaries is a design and build manufacturer of custom industrial process equipment. We engineer to order, as well as build to print, a wide variety of specialty equipment. Most of our equipment is built in-house by our own in-house fabricators, machinists, mechanical and electrical assemblers. There are design standards to follow and manage for this specialized equipment, continuous improvement initiatives to champion, and custom equipment to engineer and design.
Ackley Hartnett is an OEM specializing in custom pharmaceutical machinery. We are seeking a Controls Engineer to take ownership of our custom HMI applications and support system-level machine integration. This role focuses on maintaining and developing Visual Basic .NET applications that interface with Allen-Bradley PLCs, SQL databases, and external devices such as inspection cameras and laser control boards. The ideal candidate has strong programming experience in Visual Basic .NET (or C# with the ability to adapt to VB.NET) and is comfortable working in a manufacturing/automation environment.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES
- Develop scratch PLC code using Rockwell Studio 5000, CCW, and Siemens Step7.
- Develop Machine HMI using FT View Studio SE and ME as well as Siemens WIN CC
- Configure Cognex and Keyence Camera Systems.
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 years experience in Machine PLC Programming
- Proficiency with Studio 5000 ladder logic
- Proficiency with Kinetix 5500 servo drive setup and configuration
- Proficiency with Electrical Troubleshooting
- Experience with Siemens Step 7 and WINCC a Plus
- Experience with VB .Net Applications is a Plus
- Experience with SQL databases is a Plus
- Understanding of industrial networking (Ethernet/IP, TCP/IP).
EDUCATIONAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering
- Must be able to perform all essential functions of the job with or without accommodation
R-V INDUSTRIES, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hartnett machines are the culmination of over 150 years of experience in developing state-of-the-art ink printing and laser marking / drilling equipment. In 1945, R.W. Hartnett created the first machine capable of printing on confections, and to this day both large pharmaceutical companies and small entrepreneurial start-ups continue to rely upon our pioneering approach for their technological and mechanical solutions. Our machines are user-friendly with quick-change tooling and fully optimized for clear and precise tablet and capsule marking. Hartnett’s capabilities include rotogravure printing tablets with FDA approved ink, advanced laser printing, and tablet laser drilling, in addition to equipment like bulk conveyors, mixers, and lab scale equipment.
R.W. Hartnett and Ackley have joined forces to serve you better than ever—combining decades of innovation, craftsmanship, and global experience into one powerful partnership. Together, we deliver a comprehensive portfolio of laser drilling, laser marking, and rotogravure printing systems built for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and confectionery applications. With unified resources and expanded technical expertise, we’re strengthening support for installed equipment worldwide and engineering new solutions tailored to your exact needs. The result: more capability, more flexibility, and a team committed to raising the standard in precision product handling.