Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:
Implements systems integration projects by understanding customer requirements, performing control system architectural design, design and program HMIs, design and program PLCs, testing and acceptance of automation programs, on-site start-up, customer training, writing of documentation, and coordination with co-workers, customers, and vendors.

Purpose:
Assist with most aspects of system integration projects by identifying parts and components for PLC, network, computer, and software components; programming PLCs and HMIs; testing functionality of program logic and installed equipment; troubleshooting software and systems issues during start-up; developing and assembling required documentation and user manuals created during the development process.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Reads and interprets diagrams and documentation and communicates with customers to understand objectives and preferences.
Develops BOMs, IO lists, and requirements for control panels.
Develops PLC programs in Ladder, Function Block, and other languages.
Develops the human machine interface (HMI).
Develops hardware and software test plans and writes simulation logic for the testing of the PLC and HMI system.
Tests the installed system to observe system functionality and ensure that the programs function as designed.
Troubleshoots problems that occur during startup that are caused by incorrect drawings, changes in customer desires, incorrect instrumentation specifications, or other technical issues. Diagnoses and resolves software and hardware interface issues.
Trains customers on use and operation of client-specific system integration software.
Interfaces with manufacturers and vendors of software and application products, particularly regarding problem diagnosis and resolution.
Works with others to address design problems as necessary.
May respond to service calls to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair programming and system failures.

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