Automation Controls Engineer

4 days ago


Charlottesville, Virginia, United States LIGHTHOUSE INSTRUMENTS LLC Full time
Job Title: Controls Engineer

Join Lighthouse Instruments LLC as a Controls Engineer and play a crucial role in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining control systems for PLC-controlled pharmaceutical package inspection machinery.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop control system architecture for pharmaceutical inspection machinery
  • Programmable logic controller (PLC) programming (A/B, Siemens)
  • Human-machine interface programming (InteractX, FactoryTalk, Wonderware InTouch)
  • Familiarity with SQL databases
  • Troubleshoot PLC and HMI systems using various types of test equipment
  • Ensure machines operate economically and efficiently
  • Knowledge of industrial electrical and safety codes
Documentation and Service:
  • Support the development and maintenance of quality system documents
  • Internal quality documents include software design review protocols, software test protocols, and version control
  • External customer documents, including Functional Specifications, Design Specifications, Installation Qualifications, Operational Qualifications, and Factory Acceptance Tests
  • Develop customer turnover packages, including disaster recovery instructions
  • Support global service function
  • Develop customer training material
  • Develop preventative maintenance programs for PLC and HMI systems
Requirements:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • 7-10 years of Automation controls engineering preferred
  • Domestic and International travel required (3-6 trips annually)

Success Factors:

  • Excellent interpersonal and relationship skills
  • Active listening and clear communication skills
  • Practical problem analysis and resolution skills
  • Above-average ability to be flexible and manage time
  • A team player who can cultivate a team spirit

Career Progression:

  • Senior Controls Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Engineering Manager

Lighthouse Instruments LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected status.



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