Controls Engineer - Gpac

Company seeking a Controls Engineer who will collaborate with a talented team using the latest technologies to provide innovative solutions for clients. Responsibilities include designing, implementing, and configuring new automation systems, upgrading older machinery to new control platforms, and enhancing existing manufacturing lines across various industries.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, values freedom over micromanagement, and thrives as part of an energetic team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct customer requirement reviews addressing overall specifications, component selection, machine control layouts, and programming PLC and HMI to meet customer specifications
• Implement complete software solutions, including PLC, HMI, and other third-party device programming from control specifications and drawings
• Perform software installation, I/O testing, and debugging of PLC and HMI software
• Participate in product and system design reviews, machine testing, installation, and start-up
• Design and develop electrical control systems that interface with process manufacturing equipment and devices

Qualifications:

• BS EE Degree or equivalent electrical/electronic control experience
• 5+ years of experience with industrial electrical/machine control system design
• Experience in Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming and products
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to represent the company professionally
• Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
• Electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Process control equipment experience
• Ability to work with engineering and manufacturing personnel to resolve plant floor issues

Specific Requirements:

• Knowledge of VFDs and coordinated drive systems (AB PowerFlex, Siemens, etc.)
• Knowledge of motion control systems, including servo applications
• Advanced knowledge of PLC programming: Rockwell Automation RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench (knowledge of Siemens S7, PCS7 
• Knowledge of network and communication protocols
• Knowledge of HMI systems: Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk View Studio SE/ME (knowledge of Siemens WinCC, Wonderware InTouch 
• Willingness to travel up to 50%

• Experience in robot programming (big plus)

Please submit a resume for consideration. Only the most qualified applicants who provide a resume will be contacted. 

If you would like to learn more about manufacturing opportunities, contact Boyer Bouman with gpac. Resumes can be confidentially sent to boyer.bouman@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.