Senior Controls Engineer/Commissioning Manager - Leadec Corp

Job Title: Senior Controls Engineer/Commissioning Manager



Overview: Leadec is seeking qualified candidates for a senior level control engineering position. Controls Engineers at Leadec are part of the Controls and Automation division. This division is responsible for the complete design and integration of control systems into customer processes. This includes electrical panel design, hardware specification, power distribution, PLC and HMI programming as well as system commissioning and production support. This position provides the opportunity to learn new skills and to work in a challenging and fast paced environment.



Leadec expects Senior Controls Engineers to be resourceful, proactive and highly motivated workers with excellent communication skills. They are expected to be organized and efficient while working independently on projects of any size scope while managing the controls portion of projects and supervising junior engineers. This includes using their own discretion to make independent judgments and choices with respect to project specific matters such as ordering materials and interfacing with customers. The applicant must be capable of using critical thinking and problem-solving skills to evaluate possible courses of action and make independent decisions on the behalf of management.



Job Description and Duties:


* Electrical Panel design.


* Hardware specification
* Bill of Materials
* Panel Layouts
* Electrical Schematics
* Hardware Procurement
* System Safety.


* Develop safety concept
* Ensure all safety objectives and legal requirements are met
* Hardware setup and configuration.


* Initial power up
* Verification of panel and field voltages
* Verification of networking and communication busses.
* Verify safety concepts




* PLC Programming and commissioning.


* ControlLogix
* Siemens
* Omron
* Drive Programming and commissioning.


* SEW, Sinamics, Powerflex, Yaskawa, Robicon, Lenze
* HMI Programming and commissioning.


* WinCC, FactoryTalk, Wonderware
* Interface with other Controls Engineers on project related tasks.


* Progress Reports
* Schedule Updates


* System Planning and Simulation:


* You collaborate closely with customers to plan and simulate conveyor solutions.
* Real-time process flow simulations help optimize material handling and goods flows within warehouses and production facilities.
* Turnkey Systems:


* You transform conveyor solutions into profitable turnkey systems.
* These systems are designed to enhance performance, reduce operating costs, and improve overall efficiency.
* Industry Expertise:


* Your expertise spans various industries, including automotive, pharmaceuticals, fast-moving consumer goods, food and beverage, and warehouse logistics.
* You tailor solutions to meet specific industry requirements.
* Full-Service Approach:


* Your responsibilities cover the entire lifecycle of conveyor systems:


* System analysis
* Planning and design
* Manufacturing and supply
* Management software
* Installation and commissioning
* Ongoing system maintenance




* Support sales team with technical concepts and budgets as well as independently estimate and sell controls projects.
* Interface with Electrical Division to ensure successful flow of information from Controls group to electrical group
* Interpret clients' requirements and identify engineering solutions.

Minimum Requirements:


* B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar) from a recognized and accredited institution


* 5 years' experience with industrial control systems
* 10 years' experience in industrial controls will be considered in lieu of degree
* The successful candidate will be required to clear a drug screen and complete a background check after an offer has been extended and prior to being employed.
* Must possess a valid driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the company and its insurers.
* Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
* Experience with AutoCAD or EPLAN
* Experience with Microsoft Office Products -- Word, Excel, Project, Visio, etc.
* Experience with multiple control platforms


* ControlLogix
* Siemens S7
* Omron NJ series controllers
* HMI Programming Experience


* Wonderware
* WinCC, WinccFlexible
* FactoryTalk View


* Strong fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs including specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection, and communications systems.



Working Conditions:


* Mix of office environment and on location at various job sites
* 100% travel to jobsites as required
* Weekend work required
* Balance multiple projects



Benefits:


* Competitive Pay
* Paid Vacation and Holidays
* Retirement Plan with Company match
* Health, Dental, and Vision benefits available
* Company Phone



as outlined

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled