
Controls Engineer
- Nampa, ID
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Develop concepts, present idea's, design, calculate, budget and schedule solutions for electrical and software automation.
- Provides ladder logic programs and user interface programs based on a sequence of operation developed by either the client or within the engineering team.
- Must be familiar with electrical codes and specifications needed for the design, drafting & manufacturing of power distribution and control cabinets.
- Must have willingness to learn codes and compliances in various industries, semiconductor, food, medical and aerospace.
- Prepare AutoCAD schematics and cable assemblies based on design specifications and create bills of materials based on the design.
- Lead design review presentations with internal and external customers for design discussion and approval.
- Work closely with supply chain and account managers in component selection for achieving optimal cost and lead time for the systems.
- Support Manufacturing organization during system build to ensure strict adherence to design, customer specifications and Industry Standards.
- Work with Field Service personnel to provide onsite engineering support to customers for installation, operation, retrofit and repair of designed and manufactured systems.
- Design to cost goals and design for manufacturability and testability.
- Will be required to occasionally work outside business hours to meet timelines.
- Support Business Development team attract new customers and opportunities.
- Review new quote packages, resolving design and operational issues as they arise.
- Act as Operations liaison on design reviews.
- Investigate and resolve technical issues throughout build and provide solutions to internal/external customers, includes interpreting Cad models and/or schematics.
- Troubleshoot system operation as required based on customer requirements.
- Recommend improvement in quality or production standards to achieve optimum performance.
- Read, analyze, and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, understand the scope of work.
- Inspect and functionally test work performed for quality, cosmetics, workmanship and conformance to drawings.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Minimum 5 yrs. of experience in the field of electrical or controls engineering
- Proficiency and current experience in AutoCAD Electrical toolset for designing cable assemblies and schematics.
- Proficiency and current experience with Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs/HMIs is required, Visual Studio experience will be a plus
- Proficient in Allen-Bradley Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View Studio used for developing Human Machine Interface (HMI)
- Experience with various communication protocols and network setup for industrial equipment, Ethernet, USB, Serial and Devicenet
- Experience with PID loops for temperature, flow, pressure and motion control
- General understanding of UL, NEC and NFPA79
- Full understanding and design capabilities in compliance with UL508A requirements.
- Ability to design power distribution up to 480VAC, and low voltage control panels
- General understanding and some experience with PCB design will be a plus
- Show initiative and a sense of ownership by learning to be self-sufficient at your task, but quick to ask questions when uncertain.
- Demonstrates a serious commitment to accuracy and quality while meeting goals and deadlines.
- Presents a professional, positive image that reflects well on the organization.
- BS in Electrical or Computer Science Engineering or equivalent experience in related markets
- Minimum 5 yrs. of experience in the field of electrical or controls engineering.