Process Controls Engineer III- APC

LGI Homes • Ankeny, IA

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About The Position

A Process Controls Engineer III is responsible for developing designing and implementing instrumentation and process controls leading to improved efficiency, reliability and profitability at all APC plants and supply sites. JOB DUTIES: Develop, test, troubleshoot, modify, and commission Allen Bradley PLC (ControlLogix) control system applications using RSLogix. Develop, test, troubleshoot, modify, and commission SCADA and control system applications. Specify and purchase control system hardware and instrumentation. Read, understand, develop, and modify control system design documents including diagrams, drawings (P&ID, control system schematics, wiring drawings, I/O lists, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings, etc.) and written design specifications (Functional Specifications, Users Manuals, Sequence of Operations, etc.). Develop, modify, and configure PC based relational databases. Develop and install control systems in a cost effective and timely manner in accordance with project schedules, budgets, customer requirements, and equipment specifications. Report on and/or present progress and status of projects and assignments in various formats to internal and external audiences. Perform value analysis and sustaining engineering tasks, and product improvement designs to enhance manufacturability, productivity, reliability, safety, quality, and cost effectiveness. Provide assistance to Technical Support and Service personnel.

Requirements

• Experienced and proficient with SCADA software and HMI software such as Wonderware or FactoryTalk View.
• Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software systems such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks is required
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Office products- Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Experience with capital equipment or engineered-to-order products is required.
• Ability to travel to APC supplier and production facilities up to 40%.
• Ability to work daily and extended hours, as necessary, including weekends and holidays.
• A 4-year Technical Degree; A BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science is preferred.
• 3-5 years minimum Engineering experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with validation procedures and change-control practices relating to control system development and modification is a plus.
• Experience with controls validation and change-control procedures within an FDA regulated environment is a plus.
• Experience with computer-based Bills of Material and Inventory Control processes and MRP is a plus.
• Experience with systems integration involving multiple vendors is a plus.
• Experience with refrigeration systems control is a plus.
• Experience with safety experience or certifications for electrical and mechanical is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, troubleshoot, modify, and commission Allen Bradley PLC (ControlLogix) control system applications using RSLogix.
• Develop, test, troubleshoot, modify, and commission SCADA and control system applications.
• Specify and purchase control system hardware and instrumentation.
• Read, understand, develop, and modify control system design documents including diagrams, drawings (P&ID, control system schematics, wiring drawings, I/O lists, pneumatic and hydraulic drawings, etc.) and written design specifications (Functional Specifications, Users Manuals, Sequence of Operations, etc.).
• Develop, modify, and configure PC based relational databases.
• Develop and install control systems in a cost effective and timely manner in accordance with project schedules, budgets, customer requirements, and equipment specifications.
• Report on and/or present progress and status of projects and assignments in various formats to internal and external audiences.
• Perform value analysis and sustaining engineering tasks, and product improvement designs to enhance manufacturability, productivity, reliability, safety, quality, and cost effectiveness.
• Provide assistance to Technical Support and Service personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees