Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer 4

Duration: 12 months contract with possible extension

Location:

Georgia-Alpharetta-EPD Plant – Onsite role

Position's Contributions to Work Group:

• Design, test, and commission custom switch gear and generator control systems

Why This Role?

Caterpillar's Electric Power Division (EPD) offers integrated solutions, parts, and services to meet the needs of our various commercial and industrial electric power customers. EPD supports a wide range of customer applications across the globe, including providing back-up power to hospitals, providing emergency power when natural disasters strike, and supporting critical infrastructure for data centers, municipalities, and more. With a rich history of more than 95 years in the electric power business, our team has world-class expertise and a proven ability to adapt to changing demands.

We're committed to providing sustainable and reliable solutions to our customers. Join our team to help build a better, more sustainable world for future generations!

Typical Task Breakdown:

• Execute and support the design, test, manufacture, and commissioning of low and medium voltage switch gear that controls multiple generators which parallel to one or more utility sources
• Provide direction to CAD designers to create wiring and assembly drawings for generator paralleling switch gear controls
• Interact with internal and external customers, accomplishing project milestones
• Create bill of materials for generator paralleling switch gear controls in ERP system
• Create PLC programs for control of generator paralleling switch gear
• Execute multiple projects simultaneously

Interaction with Team:

Work alongside team of 5-8 engineers. Report to Engineering Manager.

Work Environment:

Office/Air-conditioned manufacturing facility

Education & Experience

Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Electrical, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering preferred - 8-10 years experience required. Open to 2 year degree with 10+ years of experience
- Open to Masters with same experience
- Internships will not count for experience

Technical Skills (Required):

Ability to create PLC programs using one of the IEC 61131 PLC Programming languages i.e. Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text or any other PLC programming language Design, test, and commission control systems. i.e. systems with different PLC controllers in the same system, experience interfacing, designing controls with different manufacturers Develop control software utilizing various PLC platforms. Expert knowledge on at least one of the following PLC platforms.

Schneider Momentum, M340, M580, AB Control, Compact Logix, Woodward MSLC, DSLC, Easy Gen, and LS5 Architecture Interpret customer specifications and drawings, and apply them to design platform while considering industry regulations and requirements Customize PLC software and hardware templates

Technical Skills (Desired):

Understand in detail the applicable NEC, UL 508, UL 891, UL 1558, UL MV, CSA 22-2, and ANSI requirements and their applications in switch gear controls Understand protective relays, their functions associated with Generator, and Utility protection applications

Soft Skills (Required):

Understand the design philosophy, operation, and control of complex PLC based systems Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, customer service and interpersonal skills. Expert ability to work independently and manage one's time. Expert leadership and mentoring skills necessary to provide support and constructive performance feedback.