{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c826936f8d33f3fdd40476b5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c826936f8d33f3fdd40476b5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c826936f8d33f3fdd40476b5","title":"Associate Controls Engineer","description":"Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of industry history Entrepreneurially MindedA Top 5 Systems Integrator GiantWe have an Associate Controls Engineer position available in Columbia, MD. This position is responsible for controls engineering project requirements involving PLC programming, HMI/SCADA programming, control panel design, instrumentation specification, check-out support, and commissioning assistance.Major ResponsibilitiesProject execution; task identification, prioritization, and scheduling; early problem identification and conflict resolution; hardware/software requisition; programming and system development; supporting other engineers in group and attending project status meetings. Responsibilities also include:Perform controls engineering design, development, and implementation including software (DCS/PLC, HMI, etc.), hardware (systems integration, instrumentation callout, panel layout, and construction), and systems design (integration of the various components on any given project)Programming Control Ladder logic, scripted control languages, HTML, graphics construction, instrumentation, various control device configurations, database configuration, and intuitive ability to program an otherwise difficult deviceSupport factory/site acceptance testing, user acceptance testing, and user trainingAbility to read and interpret documents, drawings, and specifications issued for the performance of the control system commissioning. Typical documents may include PFDs, P&IDs, single-line diagrams, cable and conduit schedules, instrumentation and control data sheets, I/O lists, etc.Accumulates and/or generates methodology, lessons learned, templates, efficiency tools, etc. to streamline project executionDevelop individual work plans to meet overall project deadlinesEnsures understanding of their assigned project scope to meet the overall W-M engineering responsibilitiesEvaluates progress on project(s) and details changesAssist in the development of costs and proposal of change orders to contract scopeCan serve as a W-M engineering interface with the customer during the implementation phase of the projectEnsures compliance with all regulations, codes, etc. as they apply to their scope of project workTechnical writing including project definition and requirements, clearly delineated status reporting, process control sequence of operations, standard practices and procedures, scope of supply, requests for information, customer correspondence, and code commentingMinimum RequirementsEducationBA/BS degree in engineering or related discipline (Electrical, Chemical, Controls, or Computer Engineering degree preferred). A technical degree and equivalent experience may be substituted.Experience0 - 2 years of directly related experience in process control and manufacturing or information services is preferredExperience working within an Engineering design/implementation team, both in-office environments and remote work environmentsProfessional client relation skills are required. Will often be working directly with client Engineering and Production staffExceptional verbal and written ability with the aptitude to communicate professionally with clients and project leadershipGMP and documentation practice. Experience (or strong desire to learn) in using collaboration tools (such as SharePoint) for project execution methodologyMust be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). SharePoint experience a plusMust have a valid driver’s license and ability to travel up to 35%. Travel is project-specificStrongly-Preferred Job NeedsProcessWe are looking for engineers with diverse industry experience that includes two or more of the following:Life Sciences/PharmaFood & BeverageOil and GasWater/WastewaterChemicalsDiscrete ManufacturingPower Generation FacilitiesBuilding Automation/Management Systems (BAS/BMS)ExperienceWonderware System Platform ProgrammingAllen Bradley ControlLogix programmingRockwell RSView Factory Talk system developmentSiemens PLC/OIT development in TIA portalCheckout, testing, start-up, and commissioningAdditional SCADA/HMI experience a plus (Ignition, ICONICS)Additional PCL/DCS experience is a plusMES experience is a plusComputer System Validation in a GMP environmentPhysical Demands of Position Seeing, color perception, hearing, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, ability to travel distances, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling.Working Environment Standard office environment, on-site office environment, diverse industrial environments, and construction trailer environment. Frequent PC usage in the office and fieldwork.Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.Wunderlich-Malec is proud to offer a comprehensive employee-owner benefit package. 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