Control Engineer - Gables Search Group

For over 100 years this company has been a leader in its industry. In North America they supply several industries such as: agricultural, automotive, construction, distribution, energy, industrial and mining. The facility in Richmond, VA has been running since 2007 and continues to grow.

Reasons to work here:

• A strong global presence with mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, flat-rolled steel, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.
• A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.
• An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology.
• A Career Path System and Training.

Benefit offerings:

• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire
• Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account)
• 100% Matching 401K up to 6%
• Life/Accidental Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Annual Bonus
• Health Advocate Services
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Career Path System and Training

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering with 3-5 years manufacturing experience OR in lieu of education, 10 years work manufacturing experience programming PLC's.
• Strong knowledge of AC/DC controls and motors and drives.
• Ability to oversee electrical products, equipment, systems, etc. including elements of design, implementation, maintenance, and operational and safety standards.
• Prior experience with programming PLCs and developing ladder logic on Rockwell and Siemens S7-1516.
• Solid understanding of PLC communication protocols (Profibus and Profinet preferred).
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment problems resulting from automation, communication, or HMI issues and implement strong corrective measures.
• Must be comfortable using MS Office, data acquisition software (IBA/PDA preferred).
• Must be willing to work in both an office setting and hands on in the field.

Your Purpose:

You will be responsible for the automation, training, troubleshooting major failures, software back-up, research, development, improvement and testing of electrical/electronic components, equipment, and systems. The position works closely with production and maintenance personnel, as well as management to ensure continuous operation and continuous improvement of equipment, and processes. The position reports to the Maintenance General Foreman.