Industrial Controls Engineer-Admin

Plymouth Tube Company • Eupora, MS

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About The Position

The Industrial Controls Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining control systems to ensure the efficient and safe operation of machinery, equipment, and processes. The Industrial Controls Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams, including engineering, maintenance, and production, to optimize control systems and improve operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of four years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong knowledge of control system theory, industrial automation, and instrumentation.
• Proficiency in PLC programming languages such as ladder logic, function block diagrams, and structured text.
• Experience with HMI and SCADA software, such as Wonderware, Ignition, or FactoryTalk.
• Experience working with AC/DC drives, load cells, temperature control, power distribution and other machine control components.
• Familiarity with control system hardware, including PLCs, DCS, HMIs, and industrial networking technologies.
• Experience with industrial automation software tools and platforms, such as Rockwell Automation (Allen-Bradley), Siemens, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5, and Yaskawa DriveWizard.
• Understanding of electrical and electronics systems, including motor control, power distribution, and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulations related to industrial control systems.

Nice To Haves

• SOLIDWORKS ELECTRICAL experience in drafting and updating electrical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develops and designs control systems for industrial processes, machinery, and equipment.
• Develops and implements Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programs to control and monitor industrial processes.
• Designs and develops Human Machine Interface (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for real-time monitoring, control, and visualization of industrial processes.
• Integrates control systems with various components, such as sensors, actuators, motors, and drives.
• Identifies and resolves issues related to control systems, including hardware failures, software bugs, and communication problems.
• Analyzes industrial processes and identifies areas for improvement.
• Ensures that control systems comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
• Creates technical documentation, including system specifications, user manuals, and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinates and manages control system projects, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and timeline management.
• Keeps abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in the field of industrial controls.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree