Controls Engineer II

REPORTS TO:

Program Engineer & Project Department Engineer SUPERVISES:  Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for checking drawings, configuration, and programming performed by Engineers I.Responsible for design calculations and drawing development as assigned by the Program Engineeror a Department Engineer III Responsible for the design, configuration, and programming of automation and control equipment including but not limited to PLCs and HMIs.Responsible for supporting the commissioning and testing of automation and control equipment.

Complies with Austal’s employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE /

EXPERIENCE:

• General:

Successful completion of a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related degree (At time of hire).Two (2) to five (5) years of automation and controls experience.

Configuration, programming, installation, and test experience with PLCs, HMIs and SCADAs.Detailed knowledge of Automation and IT networks.

Experience with the Windows Server environment.

Configuration and commissioning experience with sensors, switches, valve actuators, variable speed drives, and other field devices.

Design, installation and troubleshooting experience with communication protocols including Profibus, Modbus RTU/TCP, and Serial ASCII.Ability to work in the field environment domestically and internationally.

Strong troubleshooting skills and experience. Excellent written and oral communication skills

Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines

Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.

Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.

Preferred:

Specific knowledge related to the following:
Siemens PCS7 or other integrated automation platform

Siemens SIMATIC variable speed drives

Windows Server Domain management including DNS, Active Directory, and Group Policy Working knowledge of ship and propulsion systems

Working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)Experience in the construction of high speed aluminum vessel

Knowledge in design and construction of US Navy vessels ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:  All candidates must meet Austal USA’s basic employment eligibility guidelines:
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities

Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:18 years of age or older at time of application

Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date

No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen

Willing to submit to a background check TRAVEL:
This position will require install and commissioning and repair efforts in various offsite locations and will be required to travel to customer sites to support work on vessels if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities. The potential for offsite travel can potentially upwards of 15-25%. This will include overseas travel although NO TRAVEL to declared warzones is anticipated.

TOOLS:

Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD, PLC and HMI development environment software

Process multimeter and network analyzers DIRECTION EXERCISED:

May lead and direct the work of Engineers I, Designers and Draftspersons May determine technical adequacy of drawings, calculations, hardware configuration, and…