Vanderlande ยท 2 weeks ago
Controls Project Engineer II
Marietta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelVanderlande is a company specializing in material handling systems, and they are seeking a Controls Project Engineer II to join their Controls Engineering Department. The role involves commissioning and testing material handling systems, as well as designing both small- and large-scale systems that integrate hardware and software components.
ComputerInformation TechnologyLogisticsTransportationWarehouse Automation
Responsibilities
Configure component level devices
Perform device level testing in support of PLC commissioning
Perform device level testing in support of SCADA commissioning
Document device level testing for PLC and SCADA commissioning (commissioning Checklist)
Perform zone level testing in support of PLC commissioning
Perform zone level testing in support of SCADA commissioning
Document zone level testing for PLC and SCADA commissioning (commissioning Checklist)
Perform area level testing in support of PLC commissioning
Perform area level testing in support of SCADA commissioning
Document area level testing for PLC and SCADA commissioning (Product running test)
Document daily progress of assigned tasks
Manage punch lists (software / electrical / mechanical)
Monitor and document the progress of subcontractors
Follow all safety requirements at the jobsite
Write commissioning checklist with direction of lead engineer
Write test plans with direction of lead engineer (Area, Zone, Section level)
Write Controls Functional Specification / Description of Operations under direction of lead engineer
Write, debug, and test PLC code under direction of lead engineer
Develop and test SCADA/HMI programs under direction of lead engineer
Commission and test PLC control panel under the direction of lead engineer
SCADA commissioning and testing under the direction of lead engineer
Perform of quality checks on-site and provide documentation of completion and status
Preparation and review of daily and weekly progress reports
Qualification
Required
Willingness to learn
Proactive
Ownership culture
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering/Technology discipline
Must be willing and able to travel 80% routinely
Knowledge of computer systems and Windows (personal computers)
Must be able to communicate effectively
Ability to work in a team and autonomous situations
Strong team mentality and willingness to accept responsibility for project completion
Must have the ability to properly prioritize work/activities
Ability to understand PLC programs, SCADA systems
Ability to understand and interpret Electrical Schematics
Able to climb a 2-story ladder
Able to walk a mile in 20 minutes
Able to lift to 30 lbs. without difficulty
Capable of working 10 hours standing / sitting / walking / climbing stairs
Must be comfortable working in an office setting and a factory / construction environment
Preferred
Possess knowledge of PLC programming control systems (Siemens or Allen Bradley)
Demonstrable skills in ladder logic, Allen-Bradley Systems; Studio 5000
Demonstrable skills in ladder logic, Siemens Systems; TIA-Portal
Familiar with communication protocols (Ethernet IP, Modbus, etc.)
Familiar with installation, programming, and providing technical support of PLC based hardware and software, such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens
Possess a strong ability to solve problems and research solutions
Logical mentality, skilled in understanding and designing Engineering Science Logic & Programming
Solid understanding of networking principles and computer hardware setup
Capable of programming in SQL, Visual Basic, C, C++, C#, or equivalent
Knowledgeable of project scheduling
Ability to identify network communication issues reactively and proactively
Troubleshoot electrical based problems on conveyor systems, motors, drives, etc
Company
Vanderlande
Vanderlande is the global market leader for value-added logistic process automation at airports.
Founded in 1949
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
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