Controls Commissioning Engineer I

TGW Logistics Group • Grand Rapids, MI

90d

About The Position

The entry-level Controls Commissioning Engineer works with a team of Controls Commissioning Engineers to design and integrate controls systems for industrial material-handling solutions and production lines. The Controls Commissioning Engineer travels regularly to job sites (customer facilities) to support the onsite commissioning of TGW’s material-handling solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Controls-related field (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science) or equivalent work experience
• Prior internship or full-time work experience in Controls-related field
• Knowledge of PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and HMI (Human-Machine Interface) systems
• Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical principles, with the ability to read e-drawings and AutoCAD drawings
• Familiarity with industrial automation and control systems
• Knowledge of Siemens TIA Portal and C++ or other programming language a bonus

Responsibilities

• Assists in the design, development, and commissioning of control systems using PLCs and HMIs to meet project requirements
• Writes and debugs PLC code and HMI applications to ensure proper functioning of control systems
• Integrates control systems with other components such as sensors, actuators, and communication networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, etc.)
• Conducts in-house emulation testing to verify system performance and troubleshoot any issues that arise prior to going onsite for commissioning
• Provides support for installed systems, performing preventative maintenance and implementing system upgrades as required
• Creates and maintains documentation of controls commissioning activities
• Travels to projects both domestically and internationally
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree