Elgin Separation Solutions is a dynamic, expeditious, and innovative company dedicated to providing unique solutions to customers’ industrial needs in a diversified portfolio. We are seeking a talented and motivated Electrical / Controls Specialist to join our team and contribute to our ongoing success.As an Electrical Controls Engineer, You will play a crucial role in the design and manufacturing of products. You will oversee the design and implementation of sophisticated electrical and control systems while working within a team-based environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design automation control systems and create project documentation and drawings to meet client requirements
• Diagnose automation problems
• Interface with teams, clients and vendors
• Configure software and hardware packages according to client design specifications
• Program PLC systems using advanced software such as CODESYS, overseeing HMI development, SCADA integration, and utilizing advanced programming languages including ladder logic, structured text, and C/C++
• Conduct comprehensive testing and troubleshooting of PLC programs to ensure optimal functionality and reliability in demanding industrial environments.
• Communicate plan progress to project stakeholders
• Manage engineering projects
• Manage project deliverables to agreed schedule and scope
• Manage site construction and installation
• Manage site start-up support of integrated control systems
• Validate and commission facility systems following established execution protocols, and ensure the successful turnover of the system to the customer
• Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional project teams to develop intricate electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams in strict adherence to project requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee the factory acceptance test (FAT) and installation of complex electrical systems, ensuring strict compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• A track record of proficiency in control systems, troubleshooting, and high intensity environments
• A minimum of three years of direct experience as a controls engineer working on automated processes/system integration in a food, beverage, consumer health product, or other industrial manufacturing environment
• Experience in creating and designing automation controls systems (PLC, SCADA)
• A solid understanding of industrial control panel design and fabrication (UL508A)
• A solid understanding of instrumentation and controls (I&C)
• A solid understanding of engineering documentation (P&IDs, process flow diagram, standard operating procedures)
• Experience with field instrumentation, control system installation, and configuration
• Familiarity with machine safety applications, electrical power distribution, and control panel design
• Proficiency in written and verbal technical communication, including generating reports and conducting group presentations
• A willingness to travel for project requirements including installation and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings, trainings, industry related seminars, forums, and conventions
• A bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, chemical engineering or similar technical field (preferred)

• Design automation control systems and create project documentation and drawings to meet client requirements
• Diagnose automation problems
• Interface with teams, clients and vendors
• Configure software and hardware packages according to client design specifications
• Program PLC systems using advanced software such as CODESYS, overseeing HMI development, SCADA integration, and utilizing advanced programming languages including ladder logic, structured text, and C/C++
• Conduct comprehensive testing and troubleshooting of PLC programs to ensure optimal functionality and reliability in demanding industrial environments.
• Communicate plan progress to project stakeholders
• Manage engineering projects
• Manage project deliverables to agreed schedule and scope
• Manage site construction and installation
• Manage site start-up support of integrated control systems
• Validate and commission facility systems following established execution protocols, and ensure the successful turnover of the system to the customer
• Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and team
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional project teams to develop intricate electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams in strict adherence to project requirements and industry standards.
• Oversee the factory acceptance test (FAT) and installation of complex electrical systems, ensuring strict compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements