Controls Engineer

Herzog•Saint Joseph, MO

30d•Onsite

About The Position

Herzog Railroad Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Controls Engineer in St. Joseph, MO to join our team. Duties and Responsibilities: This is a non-exhaustive overview of the job duties for this position. Controls Engineer will work closely with draftsmen/designers, engineers and project managers to design and develop all aspects of electrical control systems (motion control, instrumentation, control logic, etc…) for railroad equipment across a broad spectrum of complexity and applications for both existing equipment and new product development. Lead all aspects of electrical and electro-mechanical design, wiring, sizing, routing, marking, and inspection of equipment. Electrical panel design, layout and creation of electrical system, inclusive of parts lists for custom and standard products. Assist in preparation of technical machinery information including operator’s manuals, electrical specification, field service reports, etc. As-needed support service of machinery at remote jobsite locations for operator assistance and/or operator training. Also, responding to requests for phone, email, or online services. Analyze and resolve technical electrical problems. Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and other electro-mechanical systems. Candidate will be involved in the development of all new equipment, enhanced product capabilities and product improvements serving inside our R&D team. As such, candidate must be able to work in a team environment, yet possess a self-motivation to seek and solve challenges not yet defined. Regularly work on and around railcars and heavy equipment while performing hands-on work in the field environment. Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position. Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Advanced knowledge of industrial controls development including: Ladder diagrams, RSLogix 500 and 5000, and/or FactoryTalk View Studio.
Experience troubleshooting control circuits, motors, and drives.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and be a team player.
Pass and maintain e-RAILSAFE pre-employment background check and safety certification.
Subject to motor vehicle report review.
Maintain valid driver’s license and endorsements as required per position.
Pass pre-employment physical, medical evaluation, and drug screen due to the safety sensitive nature of this position.
Successfully complete and maintain any required safety certification and testing on an annual basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience with CAN protocols (J1939, CANopen, etc), preferred.
Thorough knowledge of applicable design standards (NEC, NFPA, NMRA), preferred.
Familiarity with CoDeSys platform, preferred.
Previous railroad or mobile equipment experience, preferred.
Some travel involved.

Responsibilities

Design and develop all aspects of electrical control systems (motion control, instrumentation, control logic, etc…) for railroad equipment.
Lead all aspects of electrical and electro-mechanical design, wiring, sizing, routing, marking, and inspection of equipment.
Electrical panel design, layout and creation of electrical system, inclusive of parts lists for custom and standard products.
Assist in preparation of technical machinery information including operator’s manuals, electrical specification, field service reports, etc.
As-needed support service of machinery at remote jobsite locations for operator assistance and/or operator training. Also, responding to requests for phone, email, or online services.
Analyze and resolve technical electrical problems.
Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic and other electro-mechanical systems.
Involved in the development of all new equipment, enhanced product capabilities and product improvements serving inside our R&D team.
Regularly work on and around railcars and heavy equipment while performing hands-on work in the field environment.
Regular and consistent engagement, participation and promotion of Herzog’s Culture and its essential behaviors are a requirement for this position.
Regular and predictable attendance and punctuality are a requirement for this position.
Other duties as assigned.