Discover your exciting roleThe Exentec team in Sherwood, OR is seeking a driven Process Controls Engineer to take ownership of designing, programming, installing, commissioning, and optimizing PLC-based control systems that power cutting-edge manufacturing and industrial process environments.
Explore your tasks and responsibilities- Design, program, test, and commission PLC-based control systems for industrial processes and equipment
- Develop and modify control logic, HMI/SCADA screens, and system documentation
- Install, configure, and validate PLC hardware, I/O panels, field instruments, and networked devices
- Support startup activities, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis for control system issues remotely or on a customer site
- Collaborate with design engineers to translate customer process requirements into control strategies
- Maintain and improve existing control systems to enhance reliability, safety, and performance
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, electrical codes, and internal engineering standards
- Comply with control system backups, version control, and change management protocols
- Provide technical support to customers
- Assist with capital projects, including customer coordination, FAT/SAT, and system acceptance
- Other duties as assigned
Show your expertiseQualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation, or a related field
- 1 - 5 years experience programming and commissioning PLC systems in an industrial environment
- Hands-on experience with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley (Rockwell), Siemens, or equivalent
- Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms (e.g., FactoryTalk, WinCC, Ignition, Wonderware)
- Strong understanding of industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.)
- Ability to read and develop electrical schematics, P&IDs, and control documentation
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- International travel may be required for system installation, commissioning, training, or troubleshooting
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with batch or continuous manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of safety PLCs, machine safety standards, and functional safety concepts
- Experience with instrumentation calibration and process control tuning (PID)
- Familiarity with change management systems and regulated manufacturing environments common in the semiconductor manufacturing industry
- Project management or leadership experience on automation projects
- Experience with the following software:
- Allen Bradley/Rockwell Studio 5000 CompactLogix
- Omron Sysmac Studio
- Maple Systems EB-PRO
- Microsoft Visual Studio VB PRO
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Non-Solicitation: We are not currently accepting third-party agency candidates for this position. Any agency candidate submitted to any employee of Exyte may be contacted by Exyte without obligation to the third-party agency.
Contact:You want to be part of the Exyte team? We look forward to receiving your application!
For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Phillip Turner via E-Mail at [redacted]
Please note that we only consider applications submitted through our application portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered due to data protection regulations.
