Controls engineer Job Description
Controls engineer Job Description Template
Controls Engineers design, develop, and implement automated systems to control industrial processes. Responsibilities include programming PLCs, troubleshooting system issues, and optimizing control algorithms for efficiency and safety.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement control systems for various industrial applications
- Provide technical support to production teams and troubleshoot control system issues
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines and budgets are met
- Develop and maintain documentation related to control system design and testing
- Perform system integration testing and commissioning of control systems
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in control system technology
- Provide training to staff on the use and maintenance of control systems
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for control systems
Requirements:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in controls engineering or a related field.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Python, and MATLAB.
- Experience with control system design, implementation, and troubleshooting.
- Familiarity with PLC programming and ladder logic.
- Knowledge of control system networking and communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and OPC.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and control drawings.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail.
