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First Solar3 weeks ago

Engineer- Controls II USA

$80,700–$115,000 year

On-site · Ohio, United States

Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
Bachelors Degree
Company size
Enterprise
Industry
Energy Services

Job Summary

Mid-level corporate controls engineer lead role in the global implementation and development of electrical controls systems/designs, PLC/HMI programming, vendor equipment check-out, start-ups, data collection, and optimization of control systems. Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) and at least 6 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience. Responsibilities include global support and coordination of equipment installation, interfacing with multiple departments and suppliers, maintaining electrical drawings, and designing/commissioning control systems compliant with corporate standards. Key skills include Rockwell Logix PLCs and HMI programming, AutoCAD for electrical schematics, ControlNet/DeviceNet/Profibus/Ethernet networks, Cognex vision configurations, robotics and motion control knowledge, SQL Server/database experience, and experience with C#/VB.NET/HTML/XML/SQL in multi-tier architectures. The role emphasizes safety, problem-solving, continuous improvement, and global collaboration. Travel: none. Location: OH, United States. Salary range: $80,700–$115,000 annually.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
  • Minimum 6 years of manufacturing equipment controls engineering experience
  • Proven experience in controls engineering techniques for global facilities (NA, Asia, Europe)
  • Troubleshooting electrical/electronic control systems
  • Knowledge of global manufacturing processes and safety requirements
  • Proficiency with AutoDesk AutoCAD for electrical schematics and panel layouts
  • Proficiency with Rockwell Automation Logix PLCs (ladder logic, function block) and HMI (PanelView, RSView SE)
  • Experience designing/commissioning control networks (ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, Ethernet)
  • Experience with robotic systems and motion control (stepper, servo, AC/DC drives)
  • Experience with Cognex vision systems (configuration/programming)
  • Knowledge of computer hardware, Microsoft Office; SQL Server database familiarity
  • Experience with multi-tier architecture using C#, VB.NET, HTML, XML, SQL
  • Understanding of corporate Ethernet architectures and systems
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Safety and compliance awareness
  • Ability to interface with multiple departments and external suppliers
  • Design, programming, and coordination of small to large control systems
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