Senior Controls Engineer at Process and Data Automation LLC

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jun, 26

Salary

120000.0

Posted On

18 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

PLC Programming, HMI Development, Control Instrumentation, Industrial Networks, System Design, System Development, System Deployment, Troubleshooting, System Documentation, Packaging Line Control, Batching, CIP, Communication, Problem Solving, Mentoring, Client Focus

Industry

Automation Machinery Manufacturing

Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and talented individual to join our organization! You will have the opportunity work with the acknowledged leader in the field of liquid food packaging and consumer goods, Krones, Inc., via their subsidiary provider for these services, Process and Data Automation. We are looking for a motivated professional to work in these market segments which would include any manufacturers who embrace software in a manufacturing setting. About Process and Data Automation: Process and Data Automation is a full service, CSIA Certified industrial control systems integration firm. Our Controls Engineering group specializes in physical automation system design, programming, and commissioning. Our dedicated Data Services Group connects automated equipment and systems to the business environment including protected recipe systems, data collection and reporting, and data historian implementation. About the Krones Group: Krones designs, develops, manufactures, and installs both machines and complete packaging lines. Krones has become one of the leading system suppliers for breweries and beverage producers as well as for the food, chemical and cosmetics industries. Our 16,000 employees worldwide strive for innovation and detail and ensure that each customer receives the best quality in product and service. RESPONSIBILITIES: The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for the lead engineering, design, integration, programming, and troubleshooting of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), control instrumentation/components, and Industrial Networks for systems to support productivity and/or quality improvements for our clients. The position has responsibility for determining operational feasibility based on the analysis, problem definition, requirements, solution development, and proposed solutions. Will prepare, review and install solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming. Additional responsibilities include participating in process improvement teams, training Level 1&2 Controls Engineers, advising PMs on best project execution plans, and main project lead on technical initiatives. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Four-year bachelor’s degree in an accredited engineering discipline or equivalent experience. 2. Minimum 7 years of experience as a Controls Engineer Level 2 or equivalent experience. 3. Travel required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. System Design - Lead and guide the Engineering Team in the following: 1. Create IO lists 2. Specify control system hardware based on an IO list 3. Research commercially available control system hardware and software 4. Develop bill of materials for specified hardware 5. Define system architecture and drawing requirements 6. Develop control system design documentation 7. Automation Detailed Functional Specification (ADFS) 8. flow diagrams 2. System Development - Lead and guide the Engineering Team in the following: 1. Equipment Configuration * Configure hardware aspects of PLCs/HMIs/Networking equipment * Variable Frequency Drives * Field instrumentation 3. Programming: * a. PLC * * setup and configure PLC programs * Set up and configure system IO and devices * IO mapping and scaling * Create and implement templatized and custom code using company standards and best practices * HMI/SCADA * Set up and configure applications * Build out dashboard and process detail screens with appropriate navigation * Create and implement graphical templates using company standards and best practices * System testing * Develop simulation logic * Design and execute functional tests of the control system 2. Quality Control and Assurance: * Review system development to ensure quality adherence * Developing quality check requirements to validate quality 3. System Deployment and Support - Lead and guide the Engineering Team in the following: 1. Install control systems including: * Hardware (PLC’s, HMI’s, Networking equipment, VFD’s, and field instrumentation) * Software 2. Complete control system check out procedures. * Powerup * IO and field instrumentation check out * HMI verification * Functional control system verification * Markup electrical drawings sets to capture control system changes * Complete daily onsite reports to document commissioning progress, issues encountered, and updated assets. 3. Troubleshoot control systems * Electrical * Energized systems (up to 120 VAC and/or 24VDC) * Unenergized systems (up to 600 VAC) * All control system equipment * Software 4. System Documentation - Lead and guide the Engineering Team in the following: 1. Create and continuously improve standard project documentation (IO lists, RAILs, FATs/SATs, SOWs, FDS, etc.) 2. Create and continuously improve non-standard project documentation. 3. Support sales team with system design and engineering labor estimates. 4. Identify and report project and safety related risks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Firm commitment to efficiently delivering solutions. 2. Effective written and oral communication skills. 3. Work efficiently without supervision. 4. Ability to work effectively in a team environment or independently without support. 5. Demonstrate proficiency with PCs, operating systems, and MS Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365, Teams, MS Project). 6. Demonstrate client focused attitude. 7. Full understanding of project scope, budget, and schedules. 8. Full understanding of company standards and fully complies with them. 9. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. 10. Demonstrate extensive knowledge in the following processes: 11. Packaging Line Control 12. Packaging Equipment 13. Water/Waste Water processes 14. Batching 15. CIP 16. Holds certification(s) or expert status to show knowledge in their field. COMPETENCIES: 1. Decision Making 2. Communication 3. Conflict Management 4. Problem Solving/Analysis 5. Execution 6. Planning & Adaptability 7. Mentoring Physical Demands: Must possess ability to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer, and to visit various client and meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard and to operate standard office equipment. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although prolonged standing and walking and the ability to climb ramps, stairs, and ladders may be required when traveling or on client site. May occasionally require the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 40 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment. Benefits: Process and Data Automation offers a competitive total rewards and benefits package designed to support our employees’ wellbeing, including: * Competitive salary and performance-based incentives * Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision insurance * Retirement savings plans with employer contributions * Paid time off and flexible work arrangements * Professional development opportunities

Responsibilities

The Senior Controls Engineer leads the engineering, design, integration, programming, and troubleshooting of PLCs, HMIs, instrumentation, and networks to improve client productivity and quality. Responsibilities also include training junior engineers, advising project managers, and leading technical initiatives.