CONTROLS ENGINEER - 2nd SHIFT (1:00pm-10:00pm)

GRAND PRAIRIE, TEXAS

As a member of the Engineering team, the Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing and implementing program changes to reduce machine downtime and improve system efficiency. The Controls Engineer will be challenged to maintain multiple machinery systems in a JIT / complex assembly plant environment. In this role, you support department and plant goals as established, participate in continuous improvement activities and the high performing work team model.

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Designing, developing, and troubleshooting all aspects of factory based electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery
• Familiar with and knowledge of installation, programming, and providing technical support of PLC based hardware and software, such as Allen Bradley systems
• Performance of testing and maintaining various electronic equipment or machinery for use in manufacturing and power transmission systems
• Ability to identify network communication issues reactively and proactively troubleshoot electrical based problems on conveyor systems, motors, drives, pumps, etc.
• Use of computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform assignments
• Evaluation of existing components and/or systems to ensure ongoing reliability and support of integrated turn-key equipment and machinery
• Develop, modify, or write operator interfaces and other platforms
• Familiar with, knowledge, and understanding of OSHA electrical safety rule and regulation such as NFPA-70E, LOTO, and Safe Cell Entry
• Willing and able to supervise, guide, and direct plant maintenance technicians as required
• Interpret production requirements, identify, and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget
• Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design, including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls
• Oversee project workflow, support internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects, expected quality, and allotted budget
• Develop electrical and software design of customized solutions, including manufacturing automation and safety systems, while ensuring project scope is maintained without project scope creep
• Support manufactured, build, and validation of manufacturing automation and safety systems, which include pneumatics, servos, vfd’s, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, pushbuttons, robotic integration, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings
• Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently, and in team-based environments
• Proactive, resourceful, and highly motivated with good communication skills and ability to work in a high output environment, as well as ability to balance multiple projects

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or related field
• Minimum of 2-3 years of Electrical Controls/System Engineering industry experience
• Strong skills in ladder logic, preferably Allen-Bradley Systems; PLC5, SLC and ControlLogix 5000-5580.
• Strong Skills in HMI Design, Preferably FactoryTalk View and Ignition; Wonderware. LabVIEW
• Familiarity with Ethernet/IP and basic networking applications and practices
• Working knowledge and understanding of plant power distribution equipment and controls
• Experience and working knowledge of robot teach points and programming code understanding

Bonus If You Have:

• The ability to supervise plant maintenance personnel during vacation and absence periods of Maintenance Engineer.
• Superb interpersonal skills, analytical skills, problem solving skills, decision making skills, communication skills (both written and oral), ability to manage multiple priorities, and self-motivation