Industrial Controls & Systems Integration Engineer in Chicago

Job Responsibilities

In this role, you will be directly responsible for developing and implementing PLC/HMI code, including simulation and process commissioning at customer sites. As part of this work, you will create clear and well-structured Functional Specifications and the required PLC/HMI programs working in a team as a contributor or technical lead.

You will also partner with a team of Manufacturing Intelligence, Hardware, and Industrial IT engineers to deliver comprehensive projects that meet customer requirements. During these projects, you will become a trusted consultant for Cybertrol’s customers.

• Engage directly with the customer to develop a complete understanding of the customer and their needs and create a Functional Specification of the full deliverable.
• Maintain customer contact throughout the life of the project and for some time after commissioning.
• Develop the PLC/HMI code in a team environment in a modern software framework.
• Ensure that quality processes have been followed to deliver zero-defect code to the customer during site installation.
• Work independently as required to deliver solutions in the area of subject matter expertise.
• Provide technical leadership as required, including system-level thinking and problem-solving techniques.
• Working with multiple disciplines and trades while leading the commissioning of projects.

Up to 25% travel may be required. This travel includes product lifecycle, trade shows, or other product-related travel. A valid driver’s license is required.

• B.S. in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Chemical) or related engineering field with 5 years minimum related and relevant experience in industrial automation OR Associate Degree in Engineering Technology (Electrical, Computer, IT, or Electro-Mechanical) or a related engineering technology field with 5 years minimum related and relevant experience in industrial automation.
• Technical leadership capability to guide and coach team members working on complex projects.
• Proficient in programming and delivering projects in a team environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Curiosity and agility in problem solving when presented with a new challenge.
• Focus and tenacity when given a challenge to see it through.
• Goal oriented with the strong desire to learn new technologies and concepts.

• Six-Sigma or Lean experience.
• Experience working around live industrial control panels and components.
• Experience with Agile Scrum development processes.

• PLC platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Control Logix, Siemens S7, etc.
• Automatic PLC code tools such as Rockwell Automation ACM.
• Stand-alone and distributed HMI/SCADA platforms such as FTView SE/ME, Siemens WinCC, Wonderware Intouch/System Platform, Ignition, etc.
• Legacy PLCs and HMI/SCADA platforms.
• VFDs, Process Instrumentation, Robotics/Servo Control, Valve Control, etc.
• Safety Control Systems – PLCs and Relays.
• Industrial networks for device control such as Ethernet/IP, Profibus PA/DP, ASi, IOLink, HART, Device Net, etc.

• Office desk/cubicle environment
• Extensive computer use
• Occasional Control panel IO powered checkouts in panelshop or customer site

• Up to 25% travel to industrial manufacturing facilities. Typical locations are in North America. Rarely travel to other continents.
• Overnight travel from a few days to several days at a time. Travel duration rarely exceeds twelve days in a row.
• Ability to consistently lift 50 lbs.

• Work around construction equipment and personnel.
• Work around production equipment and production personnel.
• Work in hot or cold areas.
• Work in noisy areas.
• Work up and down stairs, indoors and outdoors.
• Electrical/Instrumentation Device Checkout and Troubleshooting, including voltage testing, equipment troubleshooting on a ladder, and light electrical assembly – signal wiring in control panels/instruments.
• Working and interfacing with operations, engineering, equipment supply, and construction personnel.

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