What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Lorven Technologies Inc.?
Our client is looking Controls Engineer for Long term project in Oklahoma City, OK (Onsite) Below is the detail requirement.
Role: Controls Engineer
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Travel: Approximately 25-35%
Position Summary
We are seeking a hands-on Controls Engineer to design, program, test, and commission automation systems for custom OEM machinery.
This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of machine controls throughout the entire project lifecycle, from concept and design through manufacturing, debugging, customer startup, and long-term support. You will work closely with mechanical engineers, electrical designers, manufacturing personnel, and customers to deliver innovative machine solutions used in demanding industrial applications.
If you enjoy solving complex automation challenges, working directly with machinery, and seeing your designs come to life on the manufacturing floor and at customer sites, this is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, or equivalent combination of education and relevant controls experience.
- 5 years of experience programming and commissioning industrial machinery, automation systems, or OEM equipment.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley PLC platforms including ControlLogix and CompactLogix.
- Experience developing HMI applications for industrial machinery.
- Experience integrating variable frequency drives, motors, sensors, and industrial control devices.
- Strong troubleshooting abilities involving electrical controls, machine automation, and industrial networks.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.
- Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25-35%.
- Strong communication, organization, and project execution skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- 8 years of OEM machinery controls engineering experience.
- Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View development experience.
- Siemens PLC and HMI programming experience.
- Motion control and servo drive integration experience.
- Safety PLC and machine safety programming experience.
- Experience with Ethernet/IP and industrial communications networks.
- AutoCAD Electrical and/or SolidWorks Electrical experience.
- Pneumatic and hydraulic system design knowledge.
- Familiarity with NFPA 70, NFPA 79, UL 508A, CSA, CE, and machine safety standards.
- Experience with winding, spooling, wire & cable, converting, material handling, or related equipment industries.
Technologies You'll Work With
- Allen-Bradley ControlLogix & CompactLogix (preferred)
- Studio 5000
- FactoryTalk View
- Siemens PLCs
- Safety PLCs and Safety Relays
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Servo Systems & Motion Control
- Ethernet/IP Networks
- AutoCAD Electrical
- SolidWorks Electrical
- Industrial Automation Hardware and Controls Systems
Work Environment
- Combination of office, manufacturing floor, and customer-site work.
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, sit, and interact with equipment throughout the workday.
- Domestic and occasional international travel based on project requirements.