Senior Controls Project Engineer supporting controls design and PLC/HMI development for automation software in material handling. Collaborating with engineering teams to ensure successful project execution.
Responsibilities
Support the design and implementation of electrical and control systems for automated material handling projects.
Develop and implement PLC and HMI programs (primarily Rockwell Automation; Beckhoff and Codesys experience a plus).
Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to define requirements and deliver integrated system solutions.
Manage and mentor controls and commissioning engineers, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.
Participate in system integration, testing, and on-site commissioning, ensuring successful start-up and customer acceptance.
Provide feedback to software development teams and improve standard PLC control libraries, templates, and best practices across projects.
Coordinate and communicate with software development teams to ensure PLC/HMI software is developed in alignment with established in-house standards.
Collaborate with stakeholders (project management, operations, and customers) to align designs with business and project goals.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve control system issues in production and commissioning phases.
Stay current with emerging automation technologies, industrial networking standards, and software development practices.
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related discipline (Master’s preferred).
7+ years of experience in controls system design, PLC/HMI development, site commissioning and electrical engineering for material handling or automation systems.
Experience with system commissioning.
Strong knowledge of industrial automation, controls architecture, and material handling systems.
Expertise with PLC platforms (Rockwell ControlLogix, CompactLogix) and HMI software (FactoryTalk View, Ignition, Aveva, Indusoft).
Solid understanding of network communication protocols: EtherNet/IP, DeviceNet, Profibus, Profinet, ControlNet.
Familiarity with VFDs (Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Lenze) and motion control applications.
Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to travel for project installation and support.
Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring abilities.
Self-motivated, organized, and adaptable to fast-paced project environments.
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