Controls Engineer

Company: Flextechs
Location: Idaho City
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

FLEXTECHS is looking for an experienced Senior Controls Engineer, for a temp-to-hire staffing engagement with one of our clients specializing in developing new technologies withing the semiconductor and pharmaceutical industries. This is a full-time (40 hour per week) position. As a Senior Controls Engineer you will work with a talented group of people using the latest technologies to provide innovative solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and prefers freedom over micromanagement. This individual takes personal responsibility for success and prefers to be part of an energetic team. Job Responsibilities: Conduct customer requirement reviews addressing overall specifications, component selection, machine control layouts and programming PLC and HMI to meet customer specifications Implement a complete software solution including PLC, HMI and other 3rd party devices programming from controls specifications and drawings Perform software installation, I/O testing and debugging of PLC and HMI software Participate in product and system design reviews, machine testing, installation and start-up Design and develop electrical control systems that will interface with process manufacturing equipment and devices YOUR QUALIFICATIONS Basic Requirements BS EE Degree or proven, equivalent electrical/electronic control experience 5 years of experience with industrial electrical/machine control system design Experience in Siemens PLC and HMI programming and products Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to represent the company in a professional manner Excellent problem solving and time management skills Possess both electrical and mechanical aptitude Process Control equipment experience Ability to work with other engineering and manufacturing personnel to resolve problems on the plant floor Ability to write technical documentation when appropriate and pertinent to developed product. Ability to provide training to CSI field service technicians. Ability to provide direction for integration from legacy equipment to modern equipment. Specific Requirements Knowledge of motion control systems, including servo applications Advanced knowledge of PLC programming: Rockwell Automation RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000, Connected Components Workbench. (Siemens S7, PCS7 or others is a preferred) Knowledge of network and communication protocols, including SECS/GEM, OPC, Modbus TCP/RTU, BacNet, Knowledge of HMI systems. Rockwell Automation Factory Talk View Studio SE/ME. (Siemens WinCC, Wonderware InTouch or others is a plus) Willingness to travel 10% of the time, overnight Additional Skills Experience in designing systems to latest safety standards Experience in vision systems is a plus Experience in robot programming is a plus Experience successfully managing and mentoring small project teams (2-5 engineers) Preferred Proficient with AutoCAD and experience working with electrical drawings Communication experience: Modbus TCP/RTU, BacNet, etc. Ability to write technical documentation when appropriate and pertinent to developed product. Ability to provide training to CSI field service technicians. Ability to provide direction for integration from legacy equipment to modern equipment. FLEXTECHS is a people-centric IT service provider based in Boise, ID. We are always looking for talented people with a passion for consulting. We are a unique team that values professional discipline and always puts the customer first. Heres what you can expect: Prosperity: Being rewarded for your efforts. Quality: You will be allowed and encouraged to deliver the service that each customer deserves. Support: We will provide the resources you need to grow professionally and the support you need to have a personal life. Sustainability: Our aim is simply to do some great work at affordable rates and make a decent living. Reputation: The impressions of our customers and of our team are what shape our future. People are the foundation of our business Employment Type: Contract Years Experience: 5 - 10 years Salary: $80,000 - $120,000 Annual Bonus/Commission: No

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