Controls Engineer
Job Description
Job Description
Gerhart is in search of a skilled and experienced Controls Engineer to join our growing team!
In this role the Controls Engineer will work as a resource within the Gerhart Engineering Solutions team to support design, development, testing, and implementation of products and systems. The candidate will report to the Business Unit Manager and will work within a group of Process Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Product Management, and Fabrication team resources. The Controls Engineer will have a strong focus on PLC & HMI programming, RTU programming. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can identify customer requirements and specifications, and develop an engineered solution.
Main Responsibilities:
- Write PLC and HMI programs based on customer requirements to support engineered solutions that meet a high level of functional and perceived quality to the customer
- Reverse Engineer existing control programs to be replaced by or integrated with new control programs
- Develop programs using weight controllers for custom weighing equipment
- Assist with onsite labor of startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting of equipment
- Develop documentation including manuals, I/O lists, and SAT for Gerhart internal usage and for customer documentation packages
- Design electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and layout for industrial control panels
- Determine appropriate components for system size and design requirements for the industrial control panels in accordance with the industrial electrical codes
- Communicate effectively with customers, team members, and management
- Provide technical support to field technicians and installers for the installation and maintenance of Gerhart designed systems
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, and in alignment with budget
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, and partners
- Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices
- Execute additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Minimum of an Associate Degree in Electrical / Automation, plus at least 2 years of experience in the controls field, or 5 years of combined training and work experience
- Working experience with Allen Bradley software such as: Logix designer 5000, RSLogix 500, Factory talk view, and CCW
- Hands on experience with multiple PLC software and hardware such as Omron, GE, and/or Siemens is a plus
- Knowledge and experience with structure text programming such as Visual Studio package is required
- Experience with electrical AutoCAD is required
- Familiar with industrial communication protocols such as (serial, Ethernet IP, Modbus) is required
- Understanding of the industrial electrical codes such as (NEC, UL508A, NFPA 497) is required
We are a diverse company providing systems integrations, field service and turn-key installations of Process Automation Systems, Industrial Weighing Equipment, and Process Instrumentation. We are seeking highly motivated candidates to join our team of talented employees and contribute to our continued success and growth. Gerhart is a well-established company with over 90 years’ experience in the industry!
Join our company where our people and excellence are essential to our culture.
Gerhart Benefits package includes:
- Benefits package: various medical options including 100% employer covered benefits , dental, and vision plans
- Paid Time off
- Life Insurance
- Matching 401k
- Paid holidays
Qualified candidates should apply today to be considered for position!
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