Controls Engineer

Cintal

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering preferred, or relevant 2-year degree with significant experience
  • 3-5 years of relevant industry experience required; internships not counted
  • Open to candidates with a Master's degree and 3+ years of experience
  • Strong understanding of PLC programming languages, particularly IEC 61131 standards
  • Experience with generator control systems and interfacing with various PLC platforms

Responsibilities

  • Design, test, and commission generator paralleling switchgear and control systems
  • Guide CAD designers in creating wiring and assembly drawings
  • Engage with internal and external customers to drive project milestones
  • Generate bill of materials for generator controls in ERP systems
  • Develop and execute PLC programs for switchgear controls simultaneously across projects

Benefits

  • 10 paid holidays annually
  • 2 weeks of paid time off, pro-rated for the first year
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance and disability coverage options
  • Annual 401(k) contribution from employer
  • Relocation expense reimbursement on a case-by-case basis
  • Yearly performance-based bonus
  • Visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates
Full Job Description


BENEFITS:

  • 10 paid holidays per year
  • 2 weeks of paid time off per year, the current year is pro-rated based on start date
  • Access to the company's medical insurance, including dental and vision
  • Eligibility for life insurance and disability coverage for short or long-term disabilities or long- term care needs
  • 401 (k) eligibility with employer contribution annually
  • Reimbursement for relocation expenses up to a certain amount on a case-by-case basis
  • Yearly bonus based on company performance
  • Visa sponsorship


JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

  • Execute and support the design, test, manufacture, and commissioning of low and medium voltage switchgear that controls multiple generators which parallel to one or more utility sources
  • Provide direction to CAD designers to create wiring and assembly drawings for generator paralleling switchgear controls
  • Interact with internal and external customers, accomplishing project milestones
  • Create bill of materials for generator paralleling switchgear controls in ERP system
  • Create PLC programs for control of generator paralleling switchgear
  • Execute multiple projects simultaneously


DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Design, test, and commission custom switchgear and generator control systems


EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering preferred
  • 3-5 years experience required.
  • Open to 2 year degree's within EE with 5+ years of experience
  • Internships will not be counted
  • Open to Master's with 3+ years of experience


REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

  • Ability to create PLC programs using one of the IEC 61131 PLC Programming languages i.e. Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text or any other PLC programming language
  • Design, test, and commission control systems. i.e. systems with different PLC controllers in the same system, experience interfacing, designing controls with different manufacturers
  • Develop control software utilizing various PLC platforms. Expert knowledge on at least one of the following PLC platforms. Schneider Momentum, M340, M580, AB Control, Compact Logix, Woodward MSLC, DSLC, Easy Gen, and LS5 Architecture
  • Interpret customer specifications and drawings, and apply them to design platform while considering industry regulations and requirements
  • Customize PLC software and hardware templates


DESIRED SKILLS:

  • Understand in detail the applicable NEC, UL 508, UL 891, UL 1558, UL MV, CSA 22-2, and ANSI requirements and their applications in switchgear controls
  • Understand protective relays, their functions associated with Generator, and Utility protection applications


We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

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