Controls Project Engineer I

Vanderlande•Marietta, GA

20d

About The Position

Vanderlande’s Controls Engineering Department is responsible for the designing, programming, commissioning, and testing of material handling systems for our customers. This is NOT an entry level position, as a Controls Project Engineer 1, you will be responsible for the design, commissioning /testing, of both small- and large-scale material handling systems that integrate hardware and software components. You will be able to work independently to deliver tangible results for the successful completion of project milestones and the system.

Requirements

Willingness to learn
Proactive Ownership culture
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering/Technology discipline
Must be willing and able to travel 70% routinely, with increased amounts if projects demand
Must be able to communicate effectively
Team mentality and willingness to accept responsibility for project completion
Must have the ability to properly prioritize work/activities
Minimum 2 years of experience in implementation of material handling systems or industrial controls systems
Familiar with communication protocols (Ethernet IP, Modbus, etc.)
Familiar with installation, programming, and providing technical support of PLC based hardware and software, such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens
Possess a strong ability to solve problems and research solutions
Logical mentality, skilled in understanding and designing Engineering Science: Logic & Programming
Solid understanding of networking principles and computer hardware setup
Knowledgeable of project scheduling
Ability to identify network communication issues reactively and proactively
Troubleshoot electrical based problems on conveyor systems, motors, drives, etc.
Familiar with industrial automation and controls hardware such as field bus systems and sensors
A broad technical knowledge and well-developed analytical skills which helps you to overcome multidisciplinary challenges
Able to climb a 2-story ladder
Able to walk a mile in 20 minutes
Able to lift to 30 lbs. without difficulty
Capable of working 10 hours standing / sitting / walking / climbing stairs
Must be comfortable working in an office setting and a factory / construction environment

Nice To Haves

Solid understanding of Electrical controls hardware design and 480 VAC / 120VAC / 24VDC power distribution
Solid understanding of networking principles and computer hardware selection and setup
Strong understanding of machine and system safety standards and design considerations
Ability to read structured text, write preferred
Capable of programming in SQL, Visual Basic, C, C++, C#, or equivalent
Motivator and ability to work well with team members

Responsibilities

Review Electrical drawings, lists and specifications to align PLC design
Review 3rd Party equipment mechanical and electrical interfaces to align PLC design
Write detailed design documents
Review Safety layouts and specifications to align PLC design
Review 480 VAC layouts and specifications to align PLC design
Review 24VDC layouts and specifications to align PLC design
Review IO layouts and specifications to align PLC design
Review system layout and specifications to align PLC design
Write, debug, and test PLC code
Provide remote customer service support for existing customers
Document progress of assigned tasks
Internal peer review of PLC design elements
Regular attendance of Controls SCURM
PLC design sheets - Create
Write position papers as needed
OEE Flow map - Create
Network Topology Diagram - Create
Write test plans (Area, Zone, Section level) - Create
Write Controls Functional Specification / Description of Operations - Create
Preparation and review of daily and weekly progress reports - Create
Vendor net IP list - Create
PLC IP List - Create
IO check list - Create
Produced and consumed interface list - Create
Area Panel Test Rail files - Create
Area Panel OEE files - Create
Area Panel PLC files - Create
Configure component level devices
Perform device level testing in support of commissioning
Document device level testing (commissioning Checklist)
Perform zone level testing in support of commissioning
Document zone level testing (commissioning Checklist)
Perform area level testing in support of commissioning
Ability to identify network communication issues reactively and proactively
Troubleshoot electrical based problems on conveyor systems, motors, drives, etc.
Manage punch list
Execute punch list
Monitor and document the progress of subcontractors
Follow all safety requirements at the jobsite
Write commissioning checklist
Commission and test PLC control panel independently
Perform quality checks on-site and provide documentation of completion and status
Document and perform integrated system level testing in support of PLC commissioning