Job description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Controls Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in control systems design, automation, and programming. This role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to develop, implement, and optimize control strategies for our products and processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Controls System Design:
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to design and develop control systems for various products and industrial processes.
Design control architectures, including selection and integration of sensors, actuators, PLCs, and other hardware components.
Develop and implement control algorithms to achieve desired system performance, accuracy, and reliability.
Programming and Implementation:
Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and other control devices to execute desired control strategies.
Develop and implement software for automated control, data acquisition, and real-time monitoring.
Troubleshoot and debug control software to ensure smooth system operation.
Integration and Testing:
Integrate control systems with mechanical components, electrical systems, and software applications.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
5+ years of experience in controls engineering, automation, or a related field.
Proficiency in PLC programming languages (e.g., ladder logic, structured text) and HMI/SCADA systems.
Strong understanding of control system theories, algorithms, and principles.
Experience with industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
Familiarity with hardware components such as sensors, actuators, motor drives, and industrial robots.
Ability to troubleshoot complex control system issues and implement effective solutions.