PLC Engineer at Softworld Inc
Peabody, MA
About the Job
Job Title: PLC Engineer
Job Location: Peabody MA 01960
Onsite Requirements:
- IEC 61131-3
- PLC Languages
- Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time
Job Description:
Position Overview:
- The client is seeking a highly experienced PLC Engineer with 7-10 years of hands-on experience to join our team.
- The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing and programming complete PLC systems from inception to execution.
- The candidate should also possess expertise in designing and programming PLC systems from scratch, with a deep understanding of PLC languages listed in the IEC 61131-3 standard, especially ladder logic.
- This role involves traveling, up to 50%, to client sites for system installations and support.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop comprehensive PLC-controlled baggage handling systems, including hardware selection, plc programming, and integration.
- Configure and program managed switches, including VLAN setup, port access control, security patching, redundancy implementation, and performance monitoring.
- Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues with integrated systems promptly and systematically.
- Provide technical support and assistance to field engineers during system installation and commissioning.
- Document and maintain detailed records of PLC programs and system configurations.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies in PLC programming and automation.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
- 7-10 years of experience in PLC programming and industrial automation design.
- Proficiency in PLC protocols, particularly Profinet
- Proficiency in PLC languages listed in the IEC 61131-3 standard, particularly ladder logic.
- Hands-on experience with industrial communication protocols such as Profinet and Modbus.
- Ability to interpret and follow electrical and mechanical schematics accurately.
- Proven experience designing and implementing full-scale automation systems.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Willingness to travel up to 50% for on-site installations and support.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Siemens products and toolsets.
- Proficiency in HMI/SCADA systems and programming.
- Demonstrated experience in performing in-field installations and integrations.
- Competence in working with managed switches and possessing general network topology knowledge.
- Familiarity with Linux operating systems is preferred.
- Certifications in PLC programming or industrial automation.
- Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and concepts.
** This client is a US Federal Government contractor and is legally required to hire US Citizens. US Citizens will only be considered for this role. **
Salary
65 - 75 /hour