Control Engineer

H&S Family of Bakeries•Baltimore, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer supports the maintenance department by leading preventative maintenance, improvements, and repairs in automation systems and electrical controls while also assisting with department management. In this role you will: Maintain automation systems including PLC’s, HMI’s, inverters, servos, robotics, network components, and computers. Troubleshooting of all controls issues as well as assisting maintenance in troubleshooting other issues using PLCs. Make changes to controls programs as needed to improve the system or fix issues. Assist in the startup of new equipment, including IP addressing, acquiring all programs, and verifying the ability to connect and manage the new equipment. Maintain backups and change logs for all backups. Report any changes made to the program review group. Facilitate training mechanics to handle basic electrical troubleshooting and component replacements. Support engineering staff as needed with department management. Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed. Must be on call off hours for trouble shooting from remote and on-site as necessary. Coverage for the assistant engineer and/or chief engineer in their absence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in an automation controls role in an industrial operation.
Fluent with Allen Bradley systems including SLC and Logix PLC platforms, Panelview HMI’s, PowerFlex inverters, Kinetix servo amplifiers, etc.
Ability to read and update electrical schematics.
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems as well as wire in new components.
Understanding of Ethernet networking.
PC setup and troubleshooting.
Proficient with office software, especially spreadsheets.
Effective leadership skills.
Understanding mechanical systems is crucial to success in this role.
Available to work different shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

Food manufacturing experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain automation systems including PLC’s, HMI’s, inverters, servos, robotics, network components, and computers.
Troubleshoot all controls issues as well as assisting maintenance in troubleshooting other issues using PLCs.
Make changes to controls programs as needed to improve the system or to fix issues.
Assist in the startup of new equipment, including IP addressing, acquiring all programs, and verifying the ability to connect and manage the new equipment.
Maintain backups and change logs for all backups.
Report any changes made to the program review group.
Facilitate training mechanics to handle basic electrical troubleshooting and component replacements.
Support engineering staff as needed with department management.
Assist in any breakdowns and floor calls as needed.
Be on call off hours for troubleshooting from remote and on-site as necessary.
Provide coverage for the assistant engineer and/or chief engineer in their absence.