Controls Engineer Job Mason area,Ohio USA,Engineering

Talascend is currently seeking a Controls Engineer for a contract opportunity with our client in Mason, Ohio.

Overview

The Controls Engineer implements electrical projects as the lead engineer for integrated systems or sub-systems. The role involves project planning, reporting, technical implementation, and leadership in automation projects, primarily on-site with extensive travel across the US to customer sites.

Responsibilities

Apply prescriptive methodology to project tasks
Collaborate with engineering teams
Execute project tasks and prepare or update reports and documentation
Attend weekly team meetings and review scheduled tasks and timelines
Lead automation projects for material handling clients
Develop and implement PLC code for material handling equipment
Review AutoCAD layouts and schematics to program projects
Test PLC prototypes internally and on-site for new or changed projects
Assess programming and commissioning methods to meet internal standards
Execute all test plans on-site, including internal and customer acceptance testing
Monitor progress and report regularly on project timelines and scope management

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 4 years of controls engineering experience in a similar role
Leadership experience (project lead, manager, supervisor, or team lead)
Ability and willingness to travel over 85% of the time
Experience with e-commerce material handling systems
Proficiency in programmable logic controller (PLC) programming and electrical design for Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff PLCs
Knowledge of variable frequency drive (VFD) programming and setup
Experience with network protocols, warehouse control system interfaces, and protocols
Expertise in human-machine interface (HMI) system design
Experience with scanner and machine vision system interfaces
Project planning and budgeting skills
Effective writing and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Logix 5000, Studio 5000, Zone Flex Configurator, RSLinx, Factory Talk View, B&R Automation Studio, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, SST Profibus Configuration tool, Ignition, SOPAS, Datalogic Data Man

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to apply broad knowledge of professional discipline or advanced specific technical practices
Self-motivated with minimal supervision and proactive initiative
Flexibility to adapt working methods following defined procedures
Strong collaboration skills with engineering teams
Decisiveness in complex situations
Technical problem-solving skills and ability to evaluate solutions
2-5 years of experience in controls engineering

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those qualified individuals who closely meet the qualifications of the position will be contacted. The details of the position are only a summary, other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background Check and Drug Screen may be required.