Controls Engineer

Technic EquipmentTechnic - Equipment Division Full-timeJob Summary: Technic is seeking a Controls Engineer to program and commission automated plating and surface finishing lines. This role writes the PLC, motion, and HMI software that runs each machine, then brings it up on our floor and at customer sites. This position may be based at either Technic Equipment in Pawtucket, RI, or Surface Finishing Technologies in Clearwater, FL.Responsibilities:Develop PLC programs in Rockwell Studio 5000 for CompactLogix and GuardLogix controllersProgram hoist motion, servo and VFD control, recipes, station timing, and process interlocksDevelop operator HMI screens in FactoryTalk View and FactoryTalk OptixConfigure EtherNet/IP networks, remote I/O and safety systems (light curtains, safety scanners, guard locking)Integrate rectifiers, temperature, level, and chemistry sensors, and data loggingTest programs during factory acceptance testing and commission machines at customer sitesProvide remote and on-site troubleshooting and support retrofits of installed equipmentHelp maintain Technic's controls standards, code libraries, and documentationQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent experience3+ years programming industrial automation systemsExperience with integrated motion controlsStrong Rockwell Allen-Bradley experience (Studio 5000, Logix controllers, PowerFlex, Kinetix)HMI development experience; FactoryTalk Optix, SQL or C# a plusMachine safety and industrial networking experienceStrong troubleshooting skills on live equipmentWillingness to travel regularly for commissioning and serviceBenefits:Competitive base salaryHealth, dental, vision insurance401(k) with company matchPaid time off