Sr. Control Engineer - Greenville, United States - Systellar Technologies

Description

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Controls Engineer
Greenville, SC 29615

(Onsite)

Experience level:
: 5+ years

Skills Required:
Siemens Step 7 Classic, TIA Portal

Look for candidates with
experience in coding ladder, FBD, STL, and SCL for scratch
experience in material handling and automation


Key Responsibilities:
The

CS Senior Controls Engineer

supports installations and commissioning of material distribution systems both new and retrofit. Provides a high-level understanding and knowledge of all aspects of assigned projects and associated software. Supports onsite installation teams with in-depth knowledge of equipment, technologies, and system software. Oversees multiple controls projects simultaneously, focusing on ensuring individual project teams are applying the correct engineering principles and concepts.

Core Task:
Provide remote and onsite support of high level and complex automation systems
Assist in developing and maintaining a standardized code set that can be used across multiple implementations
Responsible for application engineering of HMI, VFD, and PLC systems for fully automated warehouse systems
Oversee the development of multiple controls projects simultaneously, ensuring all projects are on track financially and for an on-time deployment
Collaborate with engineering and sales teams to design and quote automation systems and system improvements
Develop system documentation and provide documented PLC code for internal resources and external customers
Responsible for scratch development of PLC, VFD, and HMI programs
Subject matter expert in multiple Swisslog technologies and/or customers; able to support customers and junior members with this knowledge
Lead multiple on-site project teams throughout the installation of a project to a successful implementation
Educational / Professional Qualifications
Essential

BS degree

in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science /or equivalent experience in the field of

electrical/controls

engineering

Desirable

MS degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
Siemens or Allen Bradley programming certifications

Necessary Experience
Essential

5+ years industrial experience with sound knowledge of Swisslog's standard programming platforms
Extensive experience with

Siemens Step 7 Classic, TIA Porta l, and Rockwell programming software
Extensive experience with PLC programming languages such as

ladder, FBD, STL, and SCL
Prior experience leading controls teams on new or retrofit projects
Knowledgeable on PLC and HMI programming best practices
Application knowledge of warehouse distribution systems (pallet or tote conveyor, storage and retrieval machines, monorail systems, etc)

Desirable

Siemens Certified Programmer - SIMATIC S7 with STEP7 v5
Siemens Certified Programmer - SIMATIC S7 with TIA Portal
Experience with Industrial Ethernet and modern field buses (PROFIBUS, ASi, DeviceNET, etc),
Experience with the following VFD OEMs: SEW, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, or Kuka

Required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Essential

Practical experience of electrical / controls engineering & electrical installations
Ability to creates controls designs from scratch as well as debug existing PLC code complex issues
Excellent word processing and spreadsheet skills
Shows ownership and pride in

craftsmanship/projects
Knowledge of

electrical/mechanical

standard and best practices
Familiarity mentoring junior members

Desirable

EPLAN or AutoCAD-E familiarity or experience
Experience with industrial Wireless networks, protocols, and devices

#J-18808-Ljbffr