Controls Engineer

Location: Jarratt

Overview

Provide controls diagnostic training to plant controls technicians, electricians, and mechanics. Provide controls and electronic support at BHP manufacturing facilities to ensure efficient equipment operations and reduce equipment downtime. Provide equipment controls design review to ensure application in food processing environment.

Job Description Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Will adhere to proper manufacturing methods to sustain Food Safety and Quality expectations.
• Will collaborate and resolve issues quickly and efficiently focusing on our company's Core Values.
• Perform training for component replacement and repairs with controls technicians and maintenance technicians as necessary.
• Perform controls and electronic design reviews of new and existing assets.
• Evaluate controls and electronic component including obsolete recommendations.
• Full understanding of PLC (Allen Bradley: RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, Automation Direct) programming and troubleshooting.
• Understanding/experience with multi‑axis robotics, create and troubleshoot analog I/O (A‑D, 4‑20 ma, 0‑5v, etc.).
• Full understanding of HMI interface and programming (Allen Bradley: Factory Talk View Studio, RSView, Panel Builder).
• Full understanding of mechanically controlled devices (modulating air operated control valves, servo operated valves and devices, VFD controlled motors, related PID functions, etc.).
• Full understanding and ability to network control components via common communication protocols. Strong understanding and diagnoses of mechanical machine operation to insure correct control diagnosis can be performed.
• Conduct functional and operational tests to evaluate performance and reliability of critical equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, and calibrate process instruments and control systems (electro‑pneumatic and electro‑hydraulic systems).
• Continually develop equipment and process expertise.
• Maintain accurate records and train safe work practices. Perform work as assigned by Sr. Controls Engineer.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics, controls or electrical engineering preferred. 5‑10 years experience in industrial controls. Strong, committed, and unquestioned record of safe work practices.

Preferred Hardware Experience

PLC – Allen Bradley:
Compact Logix, Control Logix, Micro Logix, Automation Direct. HMI – Allen Bradley:
Panelview, Panelview Plus, Automation Direct: C‑More HMIs. Communications – Ethernet I/P, Modbus TCP/IP, Serial. Variable Frequency Drives – Allen Bradley Powerflex. Controls Components – Photo Eyes, E‑Stops, Safety Circuits, AC Induction motors, etc.

Additional Responsibilities

Conduct equipment audits to ensure excellent maintenance, support Facilities Department goals, support QA, R&D, and Process Systems departments as needed. Work with OEM vendors to continually improve equipment and process operations.

Language Skills

Must have strong technical oral and written communication skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel.

Mathematical Skills

Excellent Math and Mechanical Aptitude Required.

Reasoning Ability

Strong critical thinking skills required.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Must be familiar with OSHA requirements (Arc Flash NFPA
70E, Confined Space, LOTO, etc.).

Physical Demands

Must be physically able to access all areas of facility (perform audits and assist with issues in all facility areas).

Work Environment

Cold, damp environment maintained at 360 – 400°

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Defining Performance Expectations

Assist with development of program/system to train facility technicians and develop expert diagnostic skills. Accomplish consistent reduction in critical equipment downtime. Ensure efficient equipment and process operation (maintenance perspective) with excellent equipment uptime. Continually develop personal equipment and process expertise through technical courses and equipment specific training.

Location

Jarratt, VA

Time Type

Full time

Department

Engineering

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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