Controls Engineer

Position: Controls Engineer

Location: Greenville, SC 29615

Senior Controls Engineer supports installations and commissioning of material distribution systems both new and retrofit. Provides a high-level understanding and knowledge of all aspects of assigned projects and associated software. Supports onsite installation teams with in-depth knowledge of equipment, technologies, and system software. Oversees multiple controls projects simultaneously, focusing on ensuring individual project teams are applying the correct engineering principles and concepts.

o 10+ years industrial experience with sound knowledge of Swisslog’s standard programming platforms

o Extensive experience with Siemens Step 7 Classic, TIA Portal, and Rockwell programming software

o Extensive experience with PLC programming languages such as ladder, FBD, STL, and SCL

o Prior experience leading controls teams on new or retrofit projects

o Knowledgeable on PLC and HMI programming best practices

o Application knowledge of warehouse distribution systems (pallet or tote conveyor, storage and retrieval machines, monorail systems, etc)

o Practical experience of electrical / Controls Engineering & electrical installations

o Ability to creates controls designs from scratch as well as debug existing PLC code complex issues

· Provide remote and onsite support of high level and complex automation systems

· Assist in developing and maintaining a standardized code set that can be used across multiple implementations

· Responsible for application engineering of HMI, VFD, and PLC systems for fully automated warehouse systems

· Oversee the development of multiple controls projects simultaneously, ensuring all projects are on track financially and for an on-time deployment

· Collaborate with engineering and sales teams to design and quote automation systems and system improvements

· Develop system documentation and provide documented PLC code for internal resources and external customers

Desirable

o Siemens or Allen Bradley programming certifications

o Siemens Certified Programmer - SIMATIC S7 with STEP7 v5

o Siemens Certified Programmer - SIMATIC S7 with TIA Portal

o Experience with Industrial Ethernet and modern field buses (PROFIBUS, ASi, DeviceNET, etc),

o Experience with the following VFD OEMs: SEW, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, or Kuka

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $45.00 - $48.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Greenville, SC (Required)

Work Location: In person