Controls Engineer

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Company: Depatie Fluid Power Company

Location: Benicia, CA 94510

Description:

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and installation of control systems for industrial environments. This role requires a solid understanding of industrial processes, control systems, and data communications. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, control engineers, and project managers, to develop control systems tailored to client needs.

Requirements

Responsibilities:
  • Ability to read electrical schematics, P&ID's, and network diagrams.
  • Identify control system components and develop a Bill of Materials to meet project requirements.
  • Develop panel layout drawings and electrical schematics.
  • Assist with design and development of software for industrial control systems
  • Specify process instrumentation.
  • Test and debug software solutions in simulated and live industrial environments to ensure stability, reliability, and performance.
  • Install, commission, and maintain control systems in client facilities.
  • Complete projects within a budget and maintain high customer satisfaction.
  • Consistently and reliably support Lead and Senior Engineers on project work.
  • Consistently and reliably communicate status updates on assigned tasks to team members, project managers, and customers.
  • Acknowledge communications within 4 business hours.
  • Spend at least 85% of working hours on billable work.
  • Write clear documentation for customers and team members.
  • Participate in client meetings to understand requirements and provide technical insights and recommendations.
  • Pursue skills and/or certifications on mainstream platforms such as Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, Beckhoff, Ignition, AVEVA, and GE.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
  • 0-5 years of experience in PLC programming, HMI programming, SCADA systems, VFDs, motion control and control panel design.
  • Knowledge of, or interest in, industrial processes, mechanical systems, and manufacturing equipment.
  • Understanding of networking and communication protocols, e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Profinet, IO-Link, DeviceNet
  • Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD.
  • Strong communication (oral, written, and listening) and collaboration skills.
  • Possesses problem-solving and troubleshooting skills and aptitude with researching unfamiliar topics
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attention to detail, ability to spot and correct errors, and commitment to high-quality work.
  • Willingness to travel to client sites for system installation and commissioning.
  • Flexibility to work outside of normal business hours as required by clients' needs.

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays

Salary: $85,000 - $135,000

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