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Controls Engineer - Industrial Automation
Controls Engineer - Industrial AutomationIntralox • New Orleans, LA, United States
Controls Engineer - Industrial Automation

Controls Engineer - Industrial Automation

Intralox • New Orleans, LA, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Location

New Orleans, LA

Job Category

Engineering

Division

Laitram Machinery

Job Description (General Summary)

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Engineer to join our Vision Solutions team. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in industrial controls and a passion for solving real-world automation challenges. This role focuses on designing, programming, and maintaining control systems for industrial machinery, with an emphasis on hardware integration, motion control, PLC programming, and sensor diagnostics.

Laitram Machinery offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet consistently growing company, with opportunities for international exposure, continuous improvement, and career advancement. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our Careers website.

BENEFITS : Medical / dental / vision insurance, 4 weeks PTO, 12 paid holidays, on campus gym / pharmacy / wellness center, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, stem cell treatment, IVF and many more.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements

Responsibilities :

  • Design and implement control systems for automated machinery and production lines.
  • Program and troubleshoot PLCs (Beckhoff, Schneider Electric) and HMIs (Aveva Edge, Vijeo Designer, TwinCat HMI).
  • Configure motion control systems including VFD's and robots, integrate sensors and select hardware.
  • Diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues in control systems.
  • Collaborate with mechanical and software engineers to ensure seamless system integration.
  • Support system commissioning, testing, and documentation.
  • Maintain compliance with safety and industry standards.
  • Provide remote and on-site (in-plant) troubleshooting of control systems and their interfaces.
  • Complete assigned projects to quality standards, on time, and within budget
  • Interface with a global team of like-minded professionals

Requirements :

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
  • Solid understanding of industrial automation hardware and control systems.
  • Experience with PLC programming, specifically Structured Text.
  • Experience with other programming languages such as C++, C#, Python highly desired.
  • Experience with version control tools such as Git.
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Strong self-management skills. Expected to proactively identify and troubleshoot technical issues by using resources such as documentation, manuals, and online knowledge bases. A high level of initiative and the ability to learn independently are essential.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills; mastery of English language.
  • Work in a team environment; acceptance of established standards.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% of the time, including occasional overnight and international trips as required by project needs.
  • EEO / Vet / Disability Notice

    EOE / M / F / Vet / Disabled

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