Develop PLC programs that meet project functional requirements
Design HMI applications following JCS development standards
Test and debug Visual Basic routines in HMI displays
Interface with database engineers for PLC data integration
Assist with control panel testing and project documentation
Perform Factory Acceptance Tests with customers
Travel to sites for commissioning and support during start-up
Benefits
Nine paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
Health and dental insurance with generous company contribution
Short-term and long-term disability insurance paid by the company
Group life insurance paid by the company
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching contribution
Full Job Description
Position Summary:
As a Controls Software Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering automation solutions for clients in the food and beverage industry. This project-based position involves developing PLC programs, designing and configuring HMI displays, and supporting system integration from concept through commissioning. You'll collaborate closely with project managers, mechanical and process engineers to ensure reliable, efficient, and user-friendly control systems that meet customer specifications and industry standards.
Responsibilities:
Develop PLC programs using both ladder logic and FBD that meet functional requirement of the project.
Design HMI applications that permit plant operations to run the system while following JCS HMI development standards.
Test and debug visual basic routines imbedded in HMI displays
Interface with database engineer to integrate PLC data with SQL server reporting.
Assist with control panel testing.
Develop project documentation.
Perform Factory Acceptance Test both internally and with customer.
Travel to site to commission and support start-up.
Perform Site Acceptance Test.
Assess customer requests for changes and review with project team.
Be available for on-call support of customers.
Work with field service engineers in debug and troubleshooting systems and equipment.
Contribute to the development and maintenance of departmental standards and processes.
Minimum Qualifications:
Four-year technical degree (BS; or other directly related degree program) or have equivalent work experience.
Proficiency in programming ladder logic and FBD in Allen Bradley PLCs
Proficiency in developing Rockwell Software HMI applications.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
What's in it for you:
Working at JCS is like working with family. We offer competitive pay with a full array of benefits, including:
Nine paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO)
Health and dental insurance with a generous premium contribution by JCS
Short-term and long-term disability insurance, paid by the company
Group life Insurance, paid by the company
A 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, currently with a matching contribution
