Controls Software Engineer

at  PA Solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION

Required Duties:
The candidate must be able to work in a professional engineering team-based environment. Engineering teams are responsible for the design and integration of control systems for customer applications and processes. Duties may include and are not limited to PLC and HMI programming, network design, system commissioning, system support, internal/external training, and technical consultation. Areas of focus are controls standardization.
Candidates must also possess the following traits:
 Logical thinker & problem solver
 Organized & detail oriented
 Strong verbal and written communication skills
 Self-motivated with “can do” mindset
 Strong leadership skills
 Team player with emphasis on team development
 Innovative regarding new processes and development aids
 Budget and deadline aware
 Must be willing to travel up to 30%
 Must be willing to work long hours on various shift models
Specific Responsibilities:
The following lists are general responsibilities that may vary from customer to customer: Primary Standards Development - Developing standardized code & development tools, including:
 Creating PLC/HMI/Diagnostic Libraries (AOIs, FBs, UDT, Faceplates, etc.)
 Creating Quality Check Tools – used to validate standards were properly executed
 Creating Process for Standards deployment including input/outputs of deliverables and utilizing check-in/check-out and sign-off procedures to ensure Quality and Timing Milestones are met
Secondary: Project Supervision - Supervision of controls activities:
 Participate in Design Reviews and support customer meetings proactively
 Train team member on project standards
 Plan to execute work within budget, with exceptional quality (FTR), and on time
 Track and report metrics as required
 Forecast time/resources to complete remaining work
 Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and champion outcomes of the initiatives.
 Supervise activities of functionally assigned personnel, applying knowledge of automation concepts and procedures and production area knowledge
 Execute, supervise, and verify all work aligns to customer specifications and expectations.
 Apply special knowledge of automation, controls engineering, and robotics where applicable
 Travel to customer sites as necessary for the betterment of assigned team or to personally deliver optimal solutions

Please refer the Job description for details