Control Systems Engineer - Recent Graduates

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Royersford, PA, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Other • Software
The Role
Entry-level control systems engineers learn to design, configure, test, validate, and commission automation systems, including PLCs, Emerson DeltaV DCS, MES, and data historians. They support internal and client projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, assess equipment and process modifications, and maintain engineering and operating documentation. The role serves life sciences, chemical, energy, manufacturing, and other process industries.
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Proconex is the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region. We provide a full portfolio of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services to a range of customers—in the Life Sciences, Chemical, Power, Refining, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Paper, Metals, and other industries, as well as commercial enterprises and campus facilities. With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200+ employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver.

CONTROL SYSTEMS ENGINEER - RECENT GRADUATES

(AUTOMATION, INFORMATION & OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS)

We are seeking recent engineering graduates to begin in the summer with us! If you are graduating this year, please apply today.

The ideal candidate is a recent engineering graduate with an interest in automation and control systems. Experience as a Co-Op or Intern in life sciences, chemical or industrial engineering, energy, or manufacturing preferred. 

  • The ultimate goal of a Proconex systems engineer is to improve the efficiency of our clients, which are small, mid-size, and large life sciences (pharma), chemical, energy, and other companies.
  • Learn specification, design, and configuration of programmable logic controllers (PLC), Emerson DeltaV distributed control systems (DCS), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and data historians (OSI PI). 
  • As part of an internal project team or supporting a client at their site, this role will interact with cross-functional groups to propose and assess modifications to equipment and processes.
  • Prepare and update engineering documentation, and operating/maintenance procedures.
  • Commissioning and validation test plans for multiple process and utility systems.   

REQUIREMENTS

  • Recent college degree in engineering with an interest in control systems design and implementation.
  • Preferably held an internship or co-op that provided a broad technical base of experience in the SDLC of automated systems (process controls, MES, and/or data management).
  • Displays fundamental knowledge of process and understanding of engineering documents, process control (to include PLC/DCS/SCADA), networks, control systems and application engineering.
  • Early exposure to structured methodologies for manufacturing systems such as programming skills. 
  • Experience with Emerson DeltaV and/or the Allen Bradley family of controller and interfaces are strongly preferred, but not required.
  • Prior experience in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical or similar FDA regulated industry is preferred, but not required.
  • Experience in the development and execution of test plans, IQ, OQ, PQ validation protocols for new or upgraded integrated factory floor systems is a plus.

Join a great team with interesting projects at top notch clients. Apply Today!

BENEFITS

  • Premium medical and dental insurance options
  • 401K matching
  • Bonus potential
  • Paid time off, including holidays

We are proud to be an employee-owned organization. Through our ESOP, every team member shares in the growth and success of the company, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and long-term rewards.

Proconex offers a standout culture, fantastic work environment, and has very competitive benefits to include premium medical, 401K match, tuition reimbursement, and other unique incentives.

When receiving e-mails from a Proconex or Valspec recruiter, you will only receive e-mails from addresses ending in @proconexdirect.com, @proconex.net or @valspec.net.  Any other domains are impersonations and should be ignored.

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship.  Also, we are not interested in working on a corp-to-corp basis with other companies at this time.

Any third-party unsolicited resume submission(s) will immediately become the property of Proconex. Proconex will not pay any fee to a submitting employment agency, person, or entity unless a signed agreement is established.

Proconex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. We are committed to providing a professional environment free of any discrimination or harassment, and we are proud to be a Drug-Free Workplace.

Skills Required

  • Recent college degree in engineering
  • Interest in control systems design and implementation
  • Fundamental knowledge of processes, engineering documents, PLC, DCS, SCADA, networks, control systems, and application engineering
  • Early exposure to structured manufacturing systems methodologies and programming skills
  • Internship or co-op experience involving automated systems, process controls, MES, or data management
  • Experience with Emerson DeltaV or Allen Bradley controllers and interfaces
  • Prior experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, FDA-regulated, or similar industries
  • Experience developing and executing test plans and IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols
  • Legally eligible to work in the United States without company sponsorship
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The Company
HQ: Royersford, PA
182 Employees
Year Founded: 1948

What We Do

Celebrating its 70th year in business, Proconex—the exclusive Emerson Impact Partner for Emerson Automation Solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region—is a leading provider of Process Automation Control Systems, Valves and Control Devices, and related technologies and services. This partnership connects our customers with world-class solutions, a wide array of products, engineering excellence, dedicated field support, and factory certified personnel. With three strategically located offices, Proconex maintains a deep dedication to its 200 employees, a sharp focus on safety and quality, and the drive to deliver a premier customer experience.

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