Controls Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• We have a controls engineer position open in Orlando, FL.
• This position is responsible for electrical/controls engineering on large scale projects.
• Project requirements involve control system design from scratch (hardware/software/network), electrical panel design and power calculations, risk assessment, component selection and configuration, control system programming, and control system installation/commissioning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must be organized, technically competent, have effective oral and written communications, and be experienced in working in a multi-disciplined environment and interfacing with engineers, designers, and drafters
• Responsible for system design from a blank sheet of paper to create a concept of electrical/control/system components based on project requirements
  • Experience doing design via drafting software (AutoCAD preferred)
• Provide input and system modification as needed for system integration with other project disciplines
  • Able to interface with facility design to optimize panel location, minimizing voltage drop and designing a more efficient system hardware layout
• Manage vendor scope to verify safety, functionality, and all contract requirements are satisfied
• Ensures design complies with any local or government agency design/implementation codes in addition to client codes/standards
• Knowledge of analyzing system design for hazard analysis development and mitigation
• Design and analysis for safety-critical parts within a control system
• Designing redundant mitigations in the system to increase safety and reliability
• Designing systems with complex motion and integration from automated systems
• Develops documents of system configuration and design. Documents include a description of operation, detailed control system design description, panel assembly drawings and schematics, termination drawings, network layout, system implementation/acceptance test plans, and system routine maintenance/job plans
• Able to perform the following system design calculations/analysis: short circuit protection, harmonics, noise reduction/cancellation, power consumption, load flow, short circuit protection, protective relay/circuit design, ground fault monitoring, and safety system implementation (SIL/PL rating knowledge is preferred)
• Designs, develops, and implements DCS/PLC control systems (logic software) to meet process requirements. As well as the ability to understand and implement client design standards for software systems
• Understanding of control system components and instrumentation to properly design software interface/control to achieve system functionality
• Develops documents detailing control/software configuration and design. Documents include theory/description of operation, detailed control system design description, software design plan, detailed software implementation/description, and system implementation/acceptance test plans
• Knowledge of design, troubleshooting, and code implementation for the following programming languages: ladder logic (required), C++ (preferred), Visual Basic (preferred), and structured text (required)
• Ability to perform processor loading calculations, scan time analysis, input/output response timing analysis, control system network delays analysis, and program task/code block priorities/timing management/interface
• Can design code that is efficient (not processor resource heavy) while maintaining a minimalist implementation to help facilitate future modifications and understanding by the client post-turnover. This includes providing any documentation and/or tools that will assist with program understanding and troubleshooting
• Ability to diagnose control system issues during troubleshooting to assist in determining root cause (trending, system analysis, test logic, etc.)
• Ability to minimize secondary faults from occurring within logic by programming smart diagnostics that can determine root cause and minimize further effects caused by initial fault
• Will assist with initial start-up and debug integrated systems and the development of system documentation
• The individual will be working on automation and control system integration projects for clients in industries such as entertainment and manufacturing
• Will act as technical lead on projects and may guide lower-level engineers, technicians, and contractors
• Knowledge of ride system design for attractions involving guests is preferred
• Capable of working off shifts as needed during installation/commissioning to support the project

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be organized, technically competent, have effective oral and written communications, and be experienced in working in a multi-disciplined environment and interfacing with engineers, designers, and drafters
• Education—bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. (Bachelor's degrees in other disciplines may be acceptable if work experience is directly related to electrical engineering. Disciplines outside the electrical/controls area will not be considered.)
• Experience—5+ years of experience covering most responsibilities listed above. Preferred experience in ASTM standards, attractions industry, safety engineering, instrumentation, components, and logic programming. Experience with AutoCAD is also desired
• Key Competencies—Knowledge of contract documents and specifications. Ability to collect field data and accurately record findings. Ability to perform system design functions. Planning, customer focus, timely decision-making, informing, organizing, priority setting, and problem-solving. Experience working with hardware/software from one of the major industrial manufacturers (i.e., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.). Experience with Ethernet-based distributed remote I/O systems
• Skills—All employees are required to be proficient in the use of Microsoft Windows and Office environments
• Travel—Ability to travel up to 30% worst case (10% is typical with the last couple of years depending on the project)
• Physical Demands of Position: Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling

Working conditions expected on client location 5 days a week, standard office environment, on-site office environment, and diverse industrial/construction environments. Frequent PC usage, copy machines, and phones.