Controls Engineer 1

Position Summary

As an Automation Specialist I you will assist with most aspects of system integration projects by identifying parts and components for PLC, network, computer, and software components; programming PLCs and HMIs; testing functionality of program logic and installed equipment; troubleshooting software and systems issues during start-up; developing and assembling required documentation and user manuals created during the development process.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret electrical drawings, control diagrams, specifications, and other technical documentation.
• Assist with developing bills of materials (BOMs), I/O lists, control panel requirements, and system documentation.
• Develop and modify PLC programs using ladder logic, function block, and other related programming languages.
• Develop and configure human machine interface (HMI) applications.
• Assist with configuring industrial networks, computers, controllers, instrumentation, and other automation components.
• Develop and execute hardware and software test plans, including simulation logic used to validate PLC and HMI functionality.
• Support system startup, commissioning, and field testing at customer and project sites.
• Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, network, instrumentation, hardware, and software issues.
• Identify and resolve issues resulting from design changes, drawing discrepancies, instrumentation specifications, or field conditions.
• Work with engineers, project teams, customers, manufacturers, and vendors to resolve technical issues.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, operating procedures, and user manuals.
• Provide customers with training on the operation and use of completed automation systems.
• Respond to service requests and assist with diagnosing and resolving control system failures as needed.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline; OR an associate degree or technical certification in automation, controls, instrumentation, electronics, or a related field; OR equivalent industrial controls experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively with technical teams and customers.
• Willingness to travel to customer and project sites as required.

Preferred

• Internship, co-op, academic, or professional experience working with industrial automation or control systems.