Sr Controls Engineer - Wright Technical Services
Lebanon, MO 65536
About the Job
Wright Technical Services has a top client who is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer with a strong background in electrical engineering and a proven track record in project management and equipment design.
JOB DUTIES:
- Visit customer site for purposes of gathering information, project kickoffs or project reviews
- Create electrical controls schematics including wiring diagrams, panel layouts, push-button station layouts, safety circuits, pneumatic layouts and other hardware related documents
- Develop and place requisition for all controls associated material/parts related to a project
- Organize, produce, correct and manage schematic hardcopies throughout the production of the equipment
- Communicate internally & externally to resolve project concerns, via phone, e-mail and web-conferencing
- Manage the quality, timing, and scope of equipment provided by external suppliers
- Collaborate with other departments to develop solutions
- Lead, direct and manage internal and/or external resources during situations requiring workload distribution
- Trouble shoot wiring problems and circuit issues
- Provide support to the assembly department by answering questions and addressing issues
- Provide documentation to the programming department, such as I/O addressing, machine sequence, and bring attention to special/unusual/ high-end components
- Work with vendors and manufactures on cost, deliveries, cross-referencing and application solutions
- Interpret and understand how to apply internal cost sheets
- Develop plans to accurately produce results that meet cost estimates
- Accurately report project status through regular status reports
- Proficiency in AutoCAD or other electrical design software
- Familiarity with safety PLCs and safety instrumented systems
- Knowledge of industrial automation standards such as ISA-88 and ISA-95
- Experience with servo systems and robotics
- Familiarity with vision systems and machine vision
- Ability to perform risk assessments and design safety systems
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
- 8+ years of Controls Design experience
- Good computer proficiency in Microsoft office applications
- Design Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC's and HMI's.
- A wide-ranging knowledge of AC/DC power, motors, drives/motion control, industrial controls, pneumatic valves and sensors.
- Experience in industrial networking & various communication protocols
- Experience with commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in machine control design
Source : Wright Technical Services