Electrical Control Engineer

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read, create, and modify electrical schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards.
• Read, create, and modify fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics) schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards.
• Read, create, and modify P&ID schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards.
• Read, create, and modify programming code in the following languages : Siemens Structured Control Language (SCL), Siemens Statement List, Siemens Graph 7, Siemens Function Block Diagram (FBD), Ladder Logic (Siemens, Allen Bradley and others), Allen Bradley Structured Text, Microsoft Visual Basic, C++, C#, Java, Python, Microsoft SQL, and others.
• Read, create, and modify database tables in MSSQL server.
• Read, create, and modify HMI programs for Siemens, Allen Bradley, and other HMI’s, this includes using WinCC Flex and Panel Builder 32.
• Read, create, and modify SCADA programs for Siemens WinCC, and Inductive Automation.
• Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot any brand of PLC, HMI or VFD.
• Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot any industrial communications media and protocols.
• Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot a wide range of industrial machinery.
• Upgrade and retrofit controls that are obsolete with no direct replacements available.  This requires making all necessary modifications to existing equipment.
• Possess exemplary troubleshooting skills and be able to repair any machinery from any manufacturer.
• Properly use oscilloscopes, test meters, megohmmeters, process calibrators, thermal imagers, vibrations analyzers, data loggers and any other test equipment.
• Sources all necessary materials for projects and repairs and works with maintenance inventory clerk to acquire needed materials on time.
• Train technicians and apprentices the proper methods and procedures for process instrumentation calibration.
• Train technicians and apprentices how to read and understand programming code and logic.
• Train technicians and apprentices the best practices and methods of troubleshooting components of electrical controls systems.
• Train technicians and apprentices about fluid power systems, and how to troubleshoot and repair these systems.
• Must be able to perform all duties with minimal outside support.
• Ensure all work is performed and executed safely.  Must identify and correctly use appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required for various tasks.
• Must be able to work remotely and also be able to travel with all tools to multiple locations.
• Serve as a resource to production staff in all departments in multiple facilities.
• Support company efforts to develop and maintain positive Employee Relations.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Responsible for training and supervising the mechatronics / controls technician apprentice(s).  Will occasionally train and supervise seasonal interns.

Requirements

Requirements

Blueprint, Schematics, Programming, Siemens Control Language, Ladder Logic, MS Visual Basic, C++, Java, Python, MS SQL, PLC, HMI, VFD, Electrical testing equipment, P&ID schematics