Controls Engineer

INTERLAKE MECALUX INC•Melrose Park, IL

12d•$65,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Controls Engineer serves as technical designer of software specialized in Mecalux Systems of Warehouses. This role is responsible for creating the programs in our proprietary Galileo and performing all the tests of controllers, inverters, and security systems to put the installation in service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (electrical, industrial, or mechanical).
Professional exposure to the field of Industrial Automation.
Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical wiring diagrams
Ability to work under time pressure
Able and willing to travel at least 50%
Candidates must be organized and methodical in their work, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to change.
Candidates must be able to persevere through difficult work challenges with the highest degree of dedication.
Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to interact and communicate effectively with personnel from all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of PLC, HMI and SCADA programming preferred.
C programming language knowledge preferred
Knowledge of Frequency Inverters parameterization and operation (preferable SEW and Lenze) preferred.
Knowledge of the Fieldbus networks (Profibus, Profinet, etc.) preferred.
Spanish fluency is ideal

Responsibilities

Engage in proprietary software development by utilizing Designer AWS and Galileo to create warehouse solutions for customers and modifying these programs based off of the client need
Create control programs using internal tools such as Designer AWS and Galileo by configuring the Profibus or Profinet network using Sycon.net software and using Sycon.net in addition to Galileo to perform all of the tests for the controllers
Conduct installation startup by checking the Profibus/Profinet network by running diagnostic tests using programs such as Sycon.net, TIA Portal, Galileo, and Proneta.
Validate wire connections, device addresses, input/output quantities, and signal quality
Load control programs to the VFD control drive, operator panels, barcode scanners, and PCs
Check that safety devices are properly installed and working using easySoft-Safety software and conducting physical inspections.
Delegate daily tasks to electromechanics assisting at the installation, ensuring they are completed properly and on time, reporting deviations to the Project Manager and Site Manager.
Assist Project Managers in determining the human resources demand for a project including duties and work schedules for electromechanics and electricians.
Commission the on-site control program by uploading proprietary software to the solution.
Debug and troubleshoot on-site
Collaborate with Project Manager and clients to ensure project is satisfying their needs
Conduct training courses for customers. Train the customer’s maintenance and/or other personnel on how to properly operate Galileo software and HMI interfaces.
Schedule trainings on site or virtually, accommodating customer’s availability.
Provide work progress reports to the department manager and Project Manager. Include updates on daily completed technical tasks and what is to be accomplished the following day in order to keep an accurate record of the project timeline and to prevent any delays in commissioning.