Controls Engineer

About This Role

Provide engineering support for controls and information systems, including Process Safety Management. This role involves designing, programming, and maintaining PLC-based control systems and implementing new processes to optimize manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Design, program, maintain, and commission PLC-based control systems using Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell Studio 5000
• Develop and configure HMI systems (e.g., WinCC, FactoryTalk View)
• Integrate and troubleshoot industrial networks (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Modbus)
• Perform system diagnostics, root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain quality assurance on the control systems in manufacturing
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to ensure seamless integration of automation solutions
• Create and maintain documentation (schematics, wiring diagrams, control logic)
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations
• Provide technical support during installation, startup, and production phases
• Plan, execute, and complete engineering projects within established timeframes and cost targets
• Participate in continuous improvement projects to optimize system performance and reduce downtime

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering
• Proficiency in Siemens TIA Portal and Rockwell Studio 5000 programming
• Experience with HMI/SCADA development and industrial communication protocols
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics, instrumentation, and control theory
• Experience with VFDs, servo systems, and motion control

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• At least 5 years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of safety PLCs and functional safety standards (IEC 61508, ISO 13849)
• Experience with robotics integration and advanced motion control
• Experience with data acquisition, IIoT, and Industry 4.0 concepts
• Professional Engineering License

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits