Controls EngineerCountryUnited States of America
State / County Connecticut
City Groton
Division Structurals
Company Groton
Function Engineering
Workplace Type On-Site
Position type Full Time
Opportunity ID 24690
Job Description PURPOSE:Responsible for the design, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of electrical controls systems, automation equipment, and industrial data systems used throughout the manufacturing process. This role supports operations, quality, engineering, and capital projects by ensuring safe, reliable and efficient operation in manufacturing equipment while driving the company's manufacturing process towards greater productivity, efficiency and quality.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:- Design, program, modify, maintain and support PLC, HMI, SCADA and industrial control systems
- Work with operations, engineering, and plant staff regarding equipment manufacturing capabilities to develop and implement new systems, upgrade existing systems, and to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
- Respond to production issues with rapid diagnosis and corrective actions
- Analyze production and process data to identify opportunities for improvements
- Specify and integrate sensors, drives, instrumentation and process controllers to enhance process control
- Develop and write equipment specifications, performance requirements, cost analysis, and proposals for integrating new and current equipment into the manufacturing process.
- Assists with installation and commissioning of new equipment to ensure adherence to company specification.
- Develop and maintain electrical schematics and controls documentation
- Provides and maintains detailed documentation of equipment including drawings, set-up parameters, and operational and preventative maintenance procedures.
- Configure and maintain industrial networks including Ethernet/IP and Modbus communication protocols
Requirements:- Bachelor's in engineering related field, electrical engineering preferred
- 3+ years of controls experience preferred
- Experience with industrial robots (FANUC and Kawasaki preferred).
- Must be able to read and write electrical schematics, Field experience preferred
- Strong understanding of PLC ladder logic, programming methods, and process related control systems. (Allen Bradley Micro Logix, RS Logix 500 and Control Logix Platforms preferred)
- Experience with PLC programming. Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 preferred.
- Experience with integration of devices to SCADA system (knowledge of Ignition SCADA package a plus).
- Work with DBA's to persist process data collected from various systems (Oracle/Sqlserver development / SQL skills a plus).
- Ability to examine complex electrical problems, identify sources of problems, determine methods for repair; plan and organize work, and document solutions and changes.
- Demonstrated Control Systems competency
- Knowledge of applicable Electrical Code preferred
- Ability to operate various power, voltage and current measurement equipment via test instruments and hand tools.
- Able to communicate effectively with employees in a professional and friendly manner.
- Able to work independently as a productive member of a team.
- Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the function of the job under minimal supervision.
- Well versed in Microsoft office programs
- Strong analytical, problem solving skills. Outstanding detail and organizational skills.
Pay & BenefitsFor informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $85000 to $130000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 2X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays annually, consisting of 8 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.
Relocation is authorized for this position.
National Security and Export Controls:This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.
