System Engineer - Industrial Controls

FCX Performance•Asheville, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

FCX Performance, an Applied Industrial Technologies Company, is seeking a hands-on, mid-to-senior level System Engineer to deliver industrial and commercial control systems services to local customers. This is a field-heavy engineering role requiring physical site visits, tool utilization, and direct interaction with industrial machinery.

Requirements

Minimum 5+ years of direct, hands-on industry experience programming PLCs (Allen Bradley, Automation Direct, MOSCAD, etc.) and working with process/flow control systems.
5+ years of experience with computer-based HMI software (Wonderware, VTSCADA, Lookout, etc.).
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering (BSEE/BSEET), or an Associate Degree (ASEE) paired with extensive, verifiable field experience.
Must possess a valid US driver's license with a clean driving record.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Strong background in electrical/electronic engineering, process instrumentation, and process engineering.
High energy, technically competent, resourceful, with extreme attention to detail.
Strong skills in PLCs, Microsoft Visual Basic (or basic programming software) and AutoCAD/AutoCAD Electrical.
Solid understanding of networks, network structures, radio-based communications, and industrial protocols.
Deep understanding of industrial controls, process controls (including PID Loops and pump control), industrial instrument calibrations, and repairs.
Advanced understanding of analog current loops (4-20mAdc, 1-5Vdc, etc.), their PLC counterparts in numeric counts, and strict adherence to the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Competency with required physical equipment, including hand tools, volt-ohm meters, power tools, and instrument loops.
Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs regularly.
Must be able to stand, kneel, walk for long periods, and climb ladders or stairs.
Available for occasional emergency call-ins and overnight travel to various customer sites based on business needs.
Duties are performed indoors and outdoors with direct exposure to weather elements, heavy equipment, earth excavation, power tools, clean rooms, dirt, and noise.
Ability to travel nationally when required (infrequent).

Nice To Haves

Advanced theoretical degrees like an MSEE are not required; this is a practical field engineering role.
While 5+ years of core experience is required, you will receive ongoing On-the-Job Training (OJT) for company-specific workflows.
A willingness to learn daily and teach others is required.
Must be highly self-motivated, self-driven, and able to manage daily schedules.

Responsibilities

Provide local industrial/commercial control systems engineering service for customers relating to SCADA Systems, PLC Programming, CAD Drawings, Industrial Networking, and Systems Calibration.
Support instrument technicians in the field with issues related to interfacing field devices to DCS & SCADA systems, special needs testing, and technical support.
Partner with fellow engineers to resolve project backlogs while maintaining excellent relationships with contract customers.
Identify opportunities for system and hardware upgrades at customer facilities.
Report job activity and maintain detailed logs about service calls, parts, and orders.
Fully comprehend and communicate safety protocols on active job sites.
Safely operate a company vehicle to travel to and from local job sites daily.