Senior Controls Engineer

Posted 21 Days Ago
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Cincinnati, OH
5-7 Years Experience
Consulting • Cybersecurity
The Role
The Senior Controls Engineer will oversee PLC control systems and enhance automation projects. Responsibilities include process optimization, design and execute projects, integrate tracking software, mentor junior engineers, and troubleshoot legacy systems. A strong background in control systems and willingness to learn new technologies is essential.
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Career Opportunity – Senior Controls Engineer with WSA-USA in Mason, OH 
Are you passionate about automated control systems? Do you want to work for an organization that strives to be the leader in their industry? Are you looking for an excellent career opportunity? If you answered yes, we want to speak to you!

As the Senior Controls Engineer at WSA-USA, you will be responsible for being the primary PLC control system/library owner for all assigned projects. You will be a mentor to other Controls Engineers. You will be part of a group of highly committed professionals who provide expertise and ensure the success of automation projects.

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Continuous process optimization of automated lines we install for our customers. Become owner / subject matter expert to drive equipment-related process improvement including detailed troubleshooting and root cause analysis on equipment we install for our customers.
  • Conceptualize, design, engineer, and execute industry leading projects from start to finish.
  • Interface with industry leading customers.
  • Design, engineer and enhance the current PLC controls library.
  • Work with the software team to integrate cutting edge conveyor tracking software to accurately track products from the beginning of the facility to shipping.
  • Attend project related turnover meetings, functional design reviews and project team meetings.
  • Understand scope, budgets, and schedules for the project.
  • Assist the field service department with troubleshooting of legacy projects, when needed.
  • Participate in PLC Code reviews.
  • Provide site/field reports daily, including progress, issues, and next steps, to keep the project on schedule.
  • Develop and test newly developed PLC logic using a state-of-the-art simulation environment to decrease onsite testing required.
  • Test newly developed PLC logic at customer facilities and make any required changes found during simulation testing.

To be successful in this role you must be a self-motivated professional that is passionate about automated control systems and strives to be at the leading edge of control system automation.

The best candidate for the position has a high aptitude to learn new skillsets in the position. The expectation is this Engineer will start with strengths in a given field (AUTOCAD, robotics, PLC Programming, Om, Python, HMI scripting, etc.) and then learn all other areas. This role requires capability across the board to sustain all parts of the automated equipment. 

Other requirements include:

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electronic Engineering Technology, Mechanical or Computer related Engineering, or equivalent in education
  • Experience with PLCs such as Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Omron CX programmer experience and others
  • UL, NEC, and NFPA 70E knowledge, CSA is preferred but not required
  • AutoCAD experience required
  • Allen Bradley Studio 5000 required
  • Allen Bradley RS 500 required
  • Safety control system experience
  • Willingness to travel 20-30%, work nights and/or weekends
  • An understanding on how networks are designed and implemented (Class types, subnet design and implementation, and IP assigning and documentation)
  • Designing HMI operator screen layouts to interface with development of PLC logic
  • Clean sheet PLC logic design and implementation using electrical schematics and machine layouts using internal state machine programming style
  • Understanding of controls engineering standards and best practices
  • Capability to complete demanding assignments by applying advanced controls engineering methods and tools
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams to deliver optimal solutions
  • Ability to quickly analyze, incorporate and apply latest information and concepts
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting, and configuration
  • Experience with robot programming, a plus

Experience that we value:

  • Allen Bradley
  • Siemens experience
  • Python experience
  • Omron CX programmer experience
  • Fieldbus knowledge (Profinet, EthernetIP, DeviceNet etc.)
  • Industrial electrical engineering design experience

WSA-USA is a leading single-source provider of intelligent automated material handling solutions that drive corrugated manufacturers and integrated converting facilities in North America. We design, manufacture, integrate, and install complete material handling and converting machine automation solutions including conveyors, palletizers, robotics and automated storage and retrieval systems – all managed by advanced machine controls and software.

To learn more about us please visit our website and LinkedIn page:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/wsa-usa-llc/

https://www.wsa-usa.com/

If you are looking for a great career opportunity with a profitable company experiencing significant growth, apply online today!

Employer is EEO/M/F/D/V. Please no third-party candidates or phone calls. Local candidates please – relocation and sponsorship are not provided at this time.

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Top Skills

Autocad
Plc
Python
The Company
HQ: Cincinnati, OH
66 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2003

What We Do

Since 2003, Clark Schaefer Consulting has been providing superior accounting, control and technology/cybersecurity services to the business community. The Firm has an established reputation for delivering outstanding and customizes solutions for a reasonable cost.

Integrity, quality, respect, and innovation are all values that we deliver to our clients, and are therefore traits found in our employees. Subsequently, as a Firm, Clark Schaefer Business Advisors provide elite, next-level services to the largest and fastest growing companies within the marketplace. Dedicated to our client's success, we specialize in customizing scalable solutions and deliver superior results. While our reputation and history may open doors, it is our holistic approach and exceptional service that ensures we are invited back.

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