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Electrical Controls Engineer

LatitudeTowson, Maryland
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Job Description

Machine Controls design, programming, installation and servicing. Strong knowledge of PLC's, drives, communication protocols. Troubleshooting problems and suggesting control upgrades.

Responsibilities

    • Design and develop control systems for industrial automation projects
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and define project scope
    • Develop control algorithms and programs for programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and human machine interfaces (HMIs)
    • Conduct testing and troubleshooting of control systems to ensure proper functionality
    • Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to select appropriate components for control systems
    • Provide technical support during the installation, commissioning, and maintenance phases of projects
    • Stay updated with industry trends and advancements in control system technologies

Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field
    • Strong knowledge of control system design principles and methodologies
    • Minimum 5 years’ experience designing industrial motor control cabinets for heavy machinery equipment.
    • Experience with control languages for PLCs and HMIs
    • Familiarity with system-on-chip (SoC) architectures
    • Experience with B&R, Rockwell/AB, GE, and/or Siemens and comfortable in ladder logic a plus.
    • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
$80,000 - $120,000 a year