FORTNA · 1 week ago
Associate Controls Engineer
Mount Washington, KY
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$64K/yr - $96K/yr
0+ years expFORTNA partners with leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. The Associate Controls Engineer will assist in the commissioning of automated sortation systems, focusing on implementing site-based controls for new equipment within customer facilities under the supervision of Sr Controls Engineers.
ConsultingInformation TechnologyLogisticsSupply Chain ManagementWarehouse Automation
Responsibilities
Write and implement PLC code, integrate subsystems, and assist in all on-site commissioning efforts
Utilize “Human Machine Interface” (HMI) using commercially available products such as Ignition, Aveva Intouch Wonderware, Aveva Edge (Indusoft) or FactoryTalk View to develop interface solutions
Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specifications under the supervision of Sr Controls Engineers
Able to review and understand electrical designs
As part of a team, support the commissioning of complex automated systems, provide site engineering support, and participate in system acceptance testing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or comparable
Familiar with basic electronic/electrical schematics or components
Equivalent work experience will also be considered as a substitute for education
Must be self-motivated, self-aware, detail-oriented, and results-focused
Ability to collaborate and communicate with FORTNA team members, project managers and customers in a professional written and spoken manner
Ability to take direction from Sr. Level Controls Engineers to support the project and ensure all aspects of project goals are achieved
Basic understanding of induction motors, programmable logic controllers and industrial networks is a plus
Preferred
0-2 years of experience within an industrial controls environment which includes:
PLC programming (Rockwell Software, Siemens or Schneider)
HMI Programming (FactoryTalk View or Ignition)
Familiar with IO devices and device layout
Industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Devicenet, Profinet, etc.)
Low voltage electrical design and drawing creation
Experience with Microsoft 365 - Office Apps
Company
FORTNA
Fortna is a professional services firm helping companies with complex distribution operations meet customer promises.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
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THL
2022-04-18Acquired
2019-03-29Private Equity
Leadership Team
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Rob McKeel
Chief Executive Officer
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