Lead Controls Engineer

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A Controls Engineer uses their knowledge of custom automation and precision machining as a member of a team of sales professionals, managers, designers and builders to develop world-class automation systems. These machines are uniquely designed assembly, inspection, and test systems for industries that demand precision assembly for their components. Some of the industries we serve include automotive, aerospace, defense, medical equipment, pharmaceutical, and industrial component manufacturers.
Job Duties
A Controls Engineer will take responsibility for the design effort on assigned projects under the direction of the Managing Director. It shall typically include, but not be limited to the following: Prepare control systems designs and utilizing AutoCAD prepare drawings which include power distribution, PLC, main and station panel layouts, console layouts, pneumatics, hydraulics, and instrumentation. Write and document software. Review and take ownership of budgets and schedules. Work with the Project Manager to develop cost to completes and release dates. Coordinate with the Controls Assembly Department during the build phases of the project to provide efficient and timely solutions to problems. Develop preliminary projects schedules After power-up, debug software to develop the machine into a "production worthy" system. Participate as a team member during the installation phase of the project. Desired Hardware Competency PLC - Allen Bradley: CompactLogix, ControlLogix, SLC 500, PLC 5, MicroLogix. Siemens: 416 Square D: Symax 50. HMI - Allen Bradley: Panelview, Panelview Plus. Siemens: TP, OP Series. Communications - Allen Bradley Ethernet I/P, ControlNet, DeviceNet. Siemens: Profibus. Variable Frequency Drives - Allen Bradley Powerflex, SEW Eurodrive. Robotics - Denso, Epson, FANUC, Kuka, Kawasaki. Linear Actuators - Intelligent Actuator, Festo, Tolomatic, Rexroth. Servos - Allen Bradley: Kenetics 6000, SERCOS Servo Drive Interface, Yaskawa: SGDV, SGDH. Vision - Keyence / Panasonic / Cognex / DVT. Data Acquisition - Ignition, Keithley: DAS-1400, DAS-1600, PIO-120 Desired Software Competency PLC - Allen Bradley: RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500. Siemens: Step 7, TIA Portal. Square D. HMI - Allen Bradley: FactoryTalk View Studio, RSView, PanelBuilder. Siemens: ProTool. Communications - Allen Bradley: RSNetworks, RSLinx, Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet. Siemens: Profibus. Robotics - Adept V+, QuickBasic, Python, C++ Servos - Allen Bradley: Kinetics 6000, SEW: Motion Studio. Application Development - Visual Basic v4.0, v5.0, v6.0, National Instruments LabWindows Required Education and Experience An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Bachelors' degree in engineering. 5+ years' experience in controls engineering at a custom automation integrator.
Supervisory Responsibility
None
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday. We typically average 48hrs per week over the course of a year. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Travel will be approx 20% per year.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications
None required for this position.
EEO Statement
Edgewater Automation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Notification to Agencies : Please note that Edgewater does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, Edgewater will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
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Location:
Spartanburg, SC, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Architecture And Engineering Occupations

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