Job Description

Major Responsibilities

• This position requires the Controls Engineer to conceptualise, detail and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery that meet our client’s requirements.
• This involves the development of a control system architecture, selecting the components to be used, detailing schematic diagrams and system documentation, programming controllers (PLC, DCS, RTU), programming the process visualization (HMI/SCADA), developing databases for archiving/displaying historical system data, and implementing/commissioning the control system at the client’s facility.
• Knowledge of controller programming languages such as Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text and others to achieve the desired results is required.
• Also having knowledge of standard programming languages such as VBA, .NET and SQL for the development of HMI/SCADA systems is preferred. For larger systems, experience with industrial networking used to connect control system components and instrumentation is preferred.
• The Controls Engineer may design, detail and implement a variety of fiber, wired and wireless systems using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus, etc.).
• The ideal candidate must have a diverse engineering skill set with the ability to work independently.
• Will act as a technical contributor on projects both as part of a collaborative team and independent contributor based on the size/scope of the project. May act as technical lead on projects and guide junior engineers and technicians. Could also act as Project Manager on smaller projects.

Job Requirements Education:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science is required.
• Experience: 5+ years with capabilities in below areas is preferred:
• An in-depth understanding of PLC hardware/software platforms such Rockwell Automation.
• An in-depth understanding of HMI/SCADA hardware/software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition
• In-depth understanding of DCS hardware/software platforms such as Emerson DeltaV
• Working knowledge of field instruments used in process control systems
• Familiar with electrical schematics, including power distribution under 480VAC, control panels and applicable NEC standards
• Proficient in automation protocols such as HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Traditional I/O, Profibus, Ethernet I/P, OPC, Modbus TCP/IP
• Strong leadership and client relation skills
• Familiar with S88 Batch • Familiar with relevant regulatory requirements of the life science industry such as cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, etc.
• Familiar with GAMP5, System and Software Development Life Cycles methodologies, validation
• Familiar with databases such as SQL
• Ability to travel up to 25%

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