PLC Controls Engineer
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Automation Engineering
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Title: PLC Controls Engineer
Location:
Hickory, NC
Duration: 6 Months
Initial 6-month contract, but there is a strong possibility of early conversion to full-time based on performance and upcoming workload.
Only W2 candidates are eligible for this position. Third-party or C2C candidates will not be considered.
Work Hours and
Schedule:
Nominal working hours are M F, 8 AM 5 PM
Occasional overtime may be required
100% On-site (No hybrid/remote option)
Relocation: Open to non-local candidates willing to travel/relocate; virtual interviews are available.
Travel: Negligible
Description:
Primary
Purpose:
The role is primarily focused on capital projects, specifically upgrading obsolete process platforms to current technologies.
The hiring manager is looking for a drop-in candidate who can lead projects with minimal supervision after learning Client
-specific standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Create and modify Allen Bradley PLC programs for our fiber optic cable production plant.
Design and implement new control systems projects.
Mentor and train junior controls engineers
Manage the controls engineering scope of process improvement, capital expansion, and obsolescence mitigation projects.
Implement robust, cost-effective automation and process machine control systems.
Interface with external system integrators to successfully deliver fully integrated process equipment systems to Client's facility.
Participate in all phases of the project including design, fabrication, off-line integration and testing, installation, production start-up support, training of plant personnel, and technology transfer.
Independently follow construction of equipment in vendors' facilities.
PPE Required
Safety Shoes
Safety Glasses
Ear Plugs in areas required.
High Vis. vest.
Educations and
Experience:
BSEE / BSCS / BSME / BSMET with 4 years manufacturing experience working with PLCs / HMIs / VFDs controlling process and automation equipment; other engineering will be considered with relevant work experience.
Required Skills:
Must have experience in programming of Allen Bradley Control Logix v20 systems or higher and the ability to generate, debug and modify PLC code ladder logic, structured text and function block diagram.
Must be able to generate and interpret electrical drawings using AutoCAD Electrical 2023 for systems design including control panel layouts, component documentation, and schematics. Prepare initial CAD design layouts of both complete electrical controls systems and control sub-sections. Review electrical drawing packages for conformance to Client's standards.
Must have the ability to reach fundamental understanding of process issues utilizing sound troubleshooting skills.
Must have experience in programming of HMI / SCADA systems programming in a plant environment including higher level communications protocols.
Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, VFD and Servo programming, communication protocols, and practical application.
Ensure proactive safety measures for all equipment and processes. Seeks to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues using NEC, NFPA, and other pertinent safety codes.
Ensure safety procedures, such as Lock-Out Tag-Out, are always followed.
Work closely with support technicians to resolve equipment issues.
Capable of executing project assignments, in a team-based environment, with minimal supervision.
Thoroughly carry out assignments to completion.
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