What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Controls Engineer position at Elgin Separation Solutions?
Elgin Separation Solutions is a dynamic, expeditious, and innovative company dedicated to providing unique solutions to customers' industrial needs in a diversified portfolio. We are seeking a talented and motivated Electrical / Controls Specialist to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success.
As an Electrical Controls Engineer, You will play a crucial role in the design and manufacturing of products. You will oversee the design and implementation of sophisticated electrical and control systems while working within a team-based environment.
Responsibilities:
- Design automation control systems and create project documentation and drawings to meet client requirements
- Diagnose automation problems
- Interface with teams, clients and vendors
- Configure software and hardware packages according to client design specifications
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Program PLC systems using advanced software such as CODESYS, overseeing HMI development, SCADA integration, and utilizing advanced programming languages including ladder logic, structured text, and C/C
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Conduct comprehensive testing and troubleshooting of PLC programs to ensure optimal functionality and reliability in demanding industrial environments.
- Communicate plan progress to project stakeholders
- Manage engineering projects
- Manage project deliverables to agreed schedule and scope
- Manage site construction and installation
- Manage site start-up support of integrated control systems
- Validate and commission facility systems following established execution protocols, and ensure the successful turnover of the system to the customer
- Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional project teams to develop intricate electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams in strict adherence to project requirements and industry standards.
- Oversee the factory acceptance test (FAT) and installation of complex electrical systems, ensuring strict compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.
Requirements:
- A track record of proficiency in control systems, troubleshooting, and high intensity environments
- A minimum of three years of direct experience as a controls engineer working on automated processes/system integration in a food, beverage, consumer health product, or other industrial manufacturing environment
- Experience in creating and designing automation controls systems (PLC, SCADA)
- A solid understanding of industrial control panel design and fabrication (UL508A)
- A solid understanding of instrumentation and controls (I&C)
- A solid understanding of engineering documentation (P&IDs, process flow diagram, standard operating procedures)
- Experience with field instrumentation, control system installation, and configuration
- Familiarity with machine safety applications, electrical power distribution, and control panel design
- Proficiency in written and verbal technical communication, including generating reports and conducting group presentations
- A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions
- A bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or similar technical field (preferred)
Benefits:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Company paid - Life insurance, AD&D, STD, LTD
401K - Company match