Controls Engineer
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Job Duties and Responsibilities:* Ensure the safety, financial, and technical success of all projects and work assigned.* Comply with company safety procedures* Conduct oneself with integrity and professional competence* Provide timely and detailed status updates* Ensure standards are maintained in a highly regulated, process driven environment* Organize, plan and prioritize work and meet deadlines* Communicate with customers, vendors, and co-workers* Must be a self-starter, team player and work well with others* Portray a positive attitude* Observe, receive, and otherwise obtain information from all relevant sources* Proactively predict when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong* Solve complex problems; review related information; develop and evaluate options; implement solutions.* Proactively make timely decisions without the benefit of all the information or consultation with supervisor* Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to think designs through completely* Involved in the recruitment of new staff* National and International travel is requiredFor Design Emphasis:* Develop electrical design, schematics, and drawings in EPLAN* Interpret mechanical design drawings for electrical requirements* Research supplier products for assembly components* Develop electrical bill of materialsFor Programming Emphasis:* Develop Automation Software* Write PLC, HMI and computer programs, test and validate proper function* Troubleshoot issues with existing company installed systems* Power up electrical systems and configure hardware per application specifications* Travel to customer site for startup and commissioning of the software* Write user manuals to communicate functionality of company developed programs* Train users and provide post project support* This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties orresponsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change atany time with or without notice. *Knowledge and Skill Requirements:* Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of automation projects* Fluent use of MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Outlook; EPLAN; AutoCAD; RSLOGIX 5000; FactoryTalk View; Microsoft Visual Basic* General computer literacy* Excellent written and oral communication skills* Refer to performance assessment for a complete list of skills and requirementsRequired Qualifications:* Bachelor of Science - Engineering in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or ComputerPreferred Qualifications:* Knowledge of pneumatic conveying, extrusion, drying, separating, and compounding, weighing and batching, and continuous processes etc.Preferred Characteristics:* Ability to build effective relationships that are focused on integrity and trust* An attitude of dedication to achieve professional success* A focus on serving internal and external customers with respect, understanding, and empathy* Ability and willingness to recognize the intrinsic value of every person* Drive and curiosity to explore new technology and innovation for continued growth and improvementPhysical Abilities/Work Environment:* Includes but is not limited to the following:* Climbing, kneeling, lifting* Occasionally exerting up to 20-50 pounds of force* Use of power drills and drive motor vehicles - must have a valid driver's license* Potential exposure to extreme temperatures but in general, normal office condition