Controls Engineer
Posting Number: 201993SLG
Job Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Dallas, TX
Summary: The Controls Engineer’s primary responsibility is the maintaining and improving of automation controls for food production equipment within a 24/7 GMP manufacturing environment. As a key resource and escalation point, hands-on troubleshooting and support for maintenance personnel is expected. You will also be responsible for assisting with the integration of new equipment installations that can range in complexity from simple stand-alone units to elaborate integrated systems. Adherence to all applicable safety and electrical codes is imperative. You are a subject matter expert on all automated control systems within the facility and take on the responsibility of mentoring maintenance/operations associates in supporting a strong team environment.
Job Description:
- Provides technical support of automation and controls systems for a 24/7 manufacturing operation including hands-on assistance and troubleshooting
- Diagnoses electrical wiring, relay logic, control and safety circuits, electronic boards, PLC's, HMI’s, contactors, and motors
- Works closely with the Maintenance and Operations associates to address plant issues and to incorporate new equipment, capabilities, and controls into plant operation
- Provides technical guidance and expertise to enhance troubleshooting skills and controls expertise of Maintenance technicians
- Assures uniformity of component specifications, system design, and documentation
- Availability on nights, weekends and holidays to manage project work and to respond to emergencies (On Call Rotation)
- Supports safety initiatives and behavioral based safety observation program
- Support operational performance improvement efforts to reduce costs, improve efficiency, reliability and quality which may require working some weekends and holidays
- Ensures the highest levels of safety, quality, sanitation, and regulatory compliance with NEC, GMP, SQF and other codes and standards
Requirements:
- AS or BS in Electrical or Electronics Engineering preferred, or demonstrated level of training and experience comparable to a BS technical degree
- 5+ years of hands-on experience troubleshooting manufacturing controls systems
- Proficiency with Allen Bradley equipment and systems: (ControlLogix, SLC-500, Micro, Remote IO, PowerFlex Drives, SMC Soft Starters, E300/200 Electronic Overloads, Panelview Plus, PanelView 5000, Thin Client, Stratix switches, and generic field IO Devices)
- Proficiency with Rockwell Software (Studio5K, FTView, Logix 500, Linx, AssetCentre, Historian, ThinManager etc.)
- Proficiency with AutoCAD – Autodesk software
- Electrical knowledge (National Electrical Code) and control system design to meet NEC and NFPA requirements
- Good understanding of motor controls circuits
- In-depth understanding of Ethernet/IP communication protocol
- Hands-on experience calibrating/setting up industrial instrumentation, flowmeters, level sensors and others
- Intermediate to advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office
- Must be a self-starter with a high-level integrity and honesty
- Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret technical procedures & electrical diagrams
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
Apply:
Complete your candidate profile at www.searchlogixgroup.com and refer to posting 201993 or as a second choice, email your information and requirements to resumes@searchlogixgroup.com. Only candidates who appear to meet the above criteria will receive an immediate response. Other resumes will be added to our database of active candidates for one year for other positions that come available and are a match with their background.
THE SEARCHLOGIX GROUP
12/20/2023
Dallas TX