Key Responsibilities:
Control System Design & Development
- Develop control system designs for hydraulic press lines and automation equipment.
- Select PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, safety controllers, and other automation hardware based on application requirements.
- Program and integrate PLC/HMI systems using Allen-Bradley ControlLogix/GuardLogix and Siemens S7/TIA Portal.
- Design machine safety systems to meet or exceed OSHA, NFPA, and ISO standards.
Project Execution & Leadership
- Serve as the lead control engineer for complex projects, from proposal support through commissioning.
- Collaborate with engineering, project management, and sales teams to ensure integration of control hardware is aligned with project objectives and customer needs.
- Oversee wiring and panel layout to ensure optimal functionality, maintainability, and safety.
- Work closely with project managers to develop schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
- Provide technical direction to electricians, technicians, and subcontractors.
Commissioning & Field Support
- Travel to customer sites to oversee equipment installation and execute system commissioning.
- Train customer personnel on system operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures.
- Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software, and system-level issues during installation and after project completion.
Documentation & Compliance
- Generate and maintain electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical.
- Maintain accurate revision control of all software and hardware design updates.
- Maintain detailed records of work completed, issues encountered, and solutions implemented.
- Provide regular updates to leadership on job status, team performance, and operational needs.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree and/or 5+ years of experience designing, programming, and commissioning automated control systems.
- Expertise with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs are required.
- Strong technical knowledge of hydraulic systems and electro-hydraulic control integration.
- Proficiency in industrial networking (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, Modbus).
- Ability to read and develop detailed electrical schematics using CAD software.
- Willing to travel up to 25% to support equipment installation and commissioning is required.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to follow technical instructions.
- Self-motivated, good communication skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Available to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays (rare exceptions).
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Products.
- Valid driver's license is required.
- Ability to lift 40lbs and work in industrial environments.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and GD&T specifications is a plus.
- Experience with hydraulic press equipment, including stamping, molding, and forging presses is a plus.
- Master's degree, PE license or other professional engineering certifications is a plus.