Location
Minnetonka, MN | United States
Job description
Job Title: Controls Engineer
Location: Eden Prairie, MN
Benefits: Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision, 401(k)
Requirements: 3+ years of experience in controls engineering and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related automation or controls degree, or a combination of equivalent work experience and an automation technical degree
Are you an experienced controls engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to enhance and optimize plant controls systems?
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative controls engineer to join our team! As a controls engineer, you will play a pivotal role in troubleshooting, optimizing, and advancing our controls systems.
So, if you are a controls engineer looking for a new opportunity, please apply today!
What You Will Be Doing
Collaborating closely with engineering and operations teams, you will contribute to the success of plant expansion projects while maintaining a strong focus on safety and efficiency by performing the following:
Maintenance Support: - Perform preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance of control/networking systems
- Advise on equipment selection, considering digital and analog I/O, cabinet, and system design requirements
Vendor Oversite: - Provide oversight of external controls vendors, ensuring clear work requirements and successful delivery
Programming and Design: - Design, code, test, and debug moderate to complex programs
- Develop HMI with east-to-understand graphics, automating steps, and implementing necessary messaging and alerting
Standards and Documentation: - Drive standards to ensure reliability and develop maintenance replacement plans
- Adhere to SOPs for development, documentation, and code backup
Network Management: - Manage controls cabinets, ensuring proper maintenance and documentation
- Oversee controls network communications, collaborating with IT to minimize performance or security risks
Safety and Training: - Provide 24x7 support for critical plant controls systems issues
- Promote a safety-first culture within the controls team, ensuring effective interactions within the plant
Knowledge Development: - Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in Rockwell and related US automation technologies
What You Need for this Position
3+ years of experience in controls engineering and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering or related automation or controls degree, or a combination of equivalent work experience and an automation technical degree and:
Technical Skills: - Experience with Allen Bradley PLCs, related components, and Logix programming
- Proficiency in various HMI development tools, including Factory TalkView and Aveva InTouch
Knowledge: - In-depth understanding of automation technologies, controls systems design, and troubleshooting methodologies
Project Management: - Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Communication: - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external resources
What's In It for You
A competitive $70,000-$90,000 base salary and:
- Comprehensive medical/dental/vision
- PTO
- 401(k) with match
So, if you are a controls engineer looking for a new opportunity, please apply today!
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Preferred Skills
PLC
HMI
Controls Engineering
Programming
Allen Bradley
Logix
Automation
Process Diagrams
FactoryTalk View
aveva intouch
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$70k - $95k