Controls Engineer II

Job DescriptionControls Engineer IIOur client, a rapidly growing materials company with a focus on manufacturing nano-scale coatings across a wide range of markets is seeking a Controls Engineer II to join their Engineering Design and Manufacturing Team, reporting to the Principal Engineer. This position will focus on developing the automation, logic, and safety schemes for their Semiconductor ALD Production Equipment. Key responsibilities include working in several different programming paradigms including user displays, database management, and control logic. This role requires a detailed oriented individual who is comfortable working with an interdisciplinary engineering team. Experience with control panels, low-voltage instrumentation, and electrical distribution is also desirable.Job Description:Developing and debugging PLC logic using IEC 61131-3 approved languages, primarily rooted in Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text programmingDesigning intuitive GUIs and HMIs within relevant standards such as ISA-101 or SEMI E-95Generating control narrative documentation for interlocks, control loops, alarms, etc.Contributing technical writing for the software sections of user manuals and SOP'sExecuting on design requirements for new software featuresWorking in cross-functional teams and participating in design review meetings to solicit user feedback on control schemes and software featuresSpecifying, configuring and troubleshooting industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, IO-Link, etc.Programming controls safety logic to HAZOP SpecificationCommissioning and start-up of automated systems at HQ and at customer facilities throughout the worldProviding remote software support and troubleshooting assistance to tool service teamsFollowing best practices for version control and release of software/controls packagesWorking with internal R&D experts on process development and improving ease-of-useRequirements:2-4 years of experience in technical controls programming2-4 years of experience in equipment design and manufacturingExperience with Beckhoff TwinCAT structured text programmingExperience with Ignition, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, Python a plusDevelops PLC logic and HMI's in multiple platforms and/or across multiple product linesPlans and creates complete software features, modules, and utilities with limited oversightRevises software design requirements and leads design reviewsCollaborates on the design of industrial control panels and specification of controls hardwareIndependently manages multiple encapsulated projects and solves moderate engineering challengesPrograms Safety Controls Logic to HAZOP SpecificationIncorporates simple motion control, including VFD's, motors, and actuatorsConfigures Servers, Network Protocols, and Communication Architectures for external database management (e.g Historians, OPC-UA, SQL, ...)Expands control system architecture and contributes to UML codebase documentationLeads commissioning of automated systems internally and in the fieldFamiliarity with industrial standards: SEMI S2, SEMI E-95, ISA-101, ISA-88 and/or IEC 61131-3All qualified candidates can apply directly to lmd@forgeconsult.com