What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Sterling Systems & Controls, Inc.?
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Controls Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with Project Managers to design and develop PLC and HMI applications for weighing, batching, and material handling systems. You will also support electrical design, system testing, and customer startup activities.
This position offers a mix of in-house engineering work and hands-on field involvement, including system commissioning and troubleshooting.
Principal Responsibilities
Create well documented approval packages that include
Conduct in-house checkout of completed systems
Assist Production Technicians as needed with installation of components
Write detailed instruction manual for completed project
Communicate and request technical information with vendors and customers
Research new technology available in market
Assist customers with onsite and phone troubleshooting and system start up.
Assist with creating and updating production ready drawings when needed using E-Plan or DraftSight
Skills
Accuracy and high attention to detail
Electrical aptitude
Software/Logic aptitude
Time management skills
Excellent verbal and written grammar skills
Problem solving and troubleshooting ability
Knowledge, Education Or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience with Allen Bradley hardware
Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition software is a plus
Some exposure to structured text programming
Familiar with basic industrial controls and sensors including Loadcells, Weight Indicators, Pressure Sensors, Level Sensors, Limit Switches, Solenoids, etc.
Characteristics Required
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Travel enthusiastic
Dependable
Flexible to changing priorities and routines
Physical Requirements
Long periods of standing or sitting, with extended periods of work at a computer
Squatting, lifting and stretching
This position offers a mix of in-house engineering work and hands-on field involvement, including system commissioning and troubleshooting.
Principal Responsibilities
Create well documented approval packages that include
- Sequence of Operations
- Front panel layouts
- Equipment and I/O lists
Conduct in-house checkout of completed systems
Assist Production Technicians as needed with installation of components
Write detailed instruction manual for completed project
Communicate and request technical information with vendors and customers
Research new technology available in market
Assist customers with onsite and phone troubleshooting and system start up.
Assist with creating and updating production ready drawings when needed using E-Plan or DraftSight
Skills
Accuracy and high attention to detail
Electrical aptitude
Software/Logic aptitude
Time management skills
Excellent verbal and written grammar skills
Problem solving and troubleshooting ability
Knowledge, Education Or Experience
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Experience with Allen Bradley hardware
- PLC, CompactLogix, ControlLogix, VFD, and Soft Starters
- Studio 5000, RSLogix, FactoryTalk Studio ME/SE
Experience with Inductive Automation Ignition software is a plus
Some exposure to structured text programming
Familiar with basic industrial controls and sensors including Loadcells, Weight Indicators, Pressure Sensors, Level Sensors, Limit Switches, Solenoids, etc.
Characteristics Required
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Travel enthusiastic
Dependable
Flexible to changing priorities and routines
Physical Requirements
Long periods of standing or sitting, with extended periods of work at a computer
Squatting, lifting and stretching