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Electrical Controls Engineer

SEA America Inc
Posted 20 hours ago, valid for 20 days
Location

Milton, GA, US

Salary

$36 - $40 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off

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  • The Electrical Controls Engineer position requires a minimum of 3 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience and a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
  • The role involves implementing and troubleshooting electrical control systems, PLC/HMI commissioning, and optimizing control systems.
  • Candidates should have experience with AutoDesk AutoCad, Rockwell Automation PLCs and HMIs, and knowledge of robotic systems and motion controls.
  • The estimated salary range for this position is $36 to $40 per hour, depending on location and experience.
  • The job may require up to 70% travel, primarily domestic, and includes benefits such as 401(k), health insurance, and opportunities for advancement.
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
Electrical Controls Engineer
 
Position Summary:
Requires taking a role in the implementation and troubleshooting of electrical control systems/designs, PLC/HMI commissioning, performing equipment checks, equipment/system start-ups, data collection, and optimization of control systems.
 
Education/Experience:
  • Minimum 3 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or equivalent years of work experience
Required Skills/Competencies:
  • Experience in controls engineering techniques and practices.
  • Ability to troubleshoot electrical/electronic control systems.
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and safety requirements.
  • Experience using AutoDesk AutoCad drafting software to create electrical schematics and panel layouts.
  • Experience with Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC’s, including ladder and function block diagrams.
  • Experience with Rockwell Automation Human Machine Interfaces (HMI).
  • Knowledge of PLC Siemens and Mitsubishi platforms.
  • Knowledge of robotic systems including safety requirements and design/implementation practices.
  • Experience with motion controls including stepper motors, servo motors, and AC/DC Drives.
  • Understanding of computer hardware/applications and the Microsoft Office family.
  • Some Microsoft SQL Server Database configuration experience.
  • Experience in at least one multi-tiered architecture using C#, VB.NET, HTML, XML and SQL.
  • Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Supporting US customer manufacturing tool controls.
  • Assisting with coordination of new equipment installation and implementation.
  • Maintaining and updating manufacturing process tool electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes is documented, and drawings are kept current.
  • Troubleshooting and problem-solving equipment controls-related issues and recommending controls policy/standard changes, if possible, to prevent future issues with new manufacturing process tools.
  • Interfacing with multiple departments within the organization and customer stakeholders to ensure controls policies/standards are understood and being adhered to.
  • Maintaining effective communication levels and fostering team building.
  • Ensuring adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.
  • Maintaining OSHA 10 – General Industry certification and participates in additional safety training as required.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Job description subject to change at any time.
Reporting Relationships:
  • Reports to the Senior CS Manager.
Travel:
  • Up to 70% - Primarily domestic with some international, as needed to support project requirements.
Estimated Salary Range:
  • $36 - $40/hr, based on location and experience.
Physical Requirements:
  • Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift
  • Will climb stairs on an occasional basis
  • Will lift, push or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis
  • Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
  • Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures
  • May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis
  • May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to; steel toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, clean room garments.)
 



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