Senior PLC Process Control Engineer

1 day ago


Columbus, United States ECI Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Equipment & Controls, Inc. is a successful and innovative Emerson Impact Partner. ECI provides an entrepreneurial opportunity for each employee to achieve our common mission of Delivering Successful Customer Outcomes 100% of the Time. Our customer base includes oil and gas, chemical, power, food and beverage, mining and metals, life sciences, pulp and paper, refining, petrochemical, OEM, and nuclear industries. With offices in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio, ECI is the region’s leader in process control and industrial automation products and solutions. We seek individuals that share our passion for excellence.


Business Unit/Department: Engineering


Location: Columbus or Solon OH


Job Description:


The PSS Engineering department provides project, site and integration engineering services using various PLC platforms. ECI engineers leverage their expertise and knowledge of process control systems and automation across multiple process industries. As a member of this department, you will be working in a team environment on process automation projects for our install-based customers. This position will focus on the PLC opportunities for all ECI locations. DeltaV training and opportunities will be assigned when PLC scheduling permits.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, test and startup of control strategies for batch and continuous control applications among different industries using various PLC and HMI platforms
  • Understand project scope, schedule, budget and quality expectations and develop solutions
  • Develop high quality, well-tested and documented application software designs to meet varying levels of customer specifications including I/O definition, regulatory control strategies, HMI graphic displays and sequencing/batch strategies
  • Perform site walkdowns to develop hardware designs for quotations including panel sizing and component design and layout per customer specifications for migrations, upgrades and new systems
  • Perform FEED study implementations resulting in formal quotation and design documentation including I/O lists, cause and effect matrices, alarm lists, etc.
  • Lead small to large PLC projects from scope development through project implementation, site commissioning and startup to meet customer requirements
  • Reverse engineer existing PLC code to document and develop project design
  • Formal and informal mentoring of less experienced engineers
  • Responsible for utilizing other engineers on projects, including assigning their workload, tracking progress, and checking quality
  • Participate in developing and refining PLC standards and processes
  • Assist in all stages of project implementation as PLC schedule requires
  • Perform integrated system testing
  • Complete factory acceptance testing and development of internal and external test protocols
  • Perform startup and commissioning including I/O checkout; program loading and checkout; function checks of program, failure modes and alarming; troubleshooting; and operator and engineering training
Requirements:

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Will possess a bachelors degree in chemical, industrial, electrical, computer or mechanical engineering or mechatronics
  • Has 7+ years of process control experience
  • Has hands-on knowledge of PLC systems such as Allen Bradley, Emerson PAC Systems (formerly GE) and Siemens; Is proficient in at least one platform
  • Will have a hands-on knowledge of PLC HMI applications including some of the following: Quickpanel, Modicon, Proface, PanelView, FactoryTalk View ME & SE, WonderWare Application Server / InTouch, and others; Must be proficient in at least one platform
  • Will be able to read and interpret P&IDs and/or electrical drawings
  • Has troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, and the ability to think logically and systematically
  • Must be able to work independently and within a group
  • Must have strong verbal, written and multi-tasking skills
  • Will have a passion to mentor, lead and develop junior engineers
  • Must be willing to provide on-site support which may require overnight travel (~ 25% overnight travel)

Core Competencies:

  • WORK COLLABORATIVELY - Promote an inclusive and positive work environment that encourages collaboration and team building across all levels of the organization. Work with others to resolve obstacles that may prevent the organization from achieving its mission.
  • CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrate the desire and knowledge to understand customer needs. Provide personalized, professional, and courteous service, accurate information, continuous communication, and the ability to handle customer concerns appropriately.
  • INTEGRITY - Behave ethically, act fairly and take responsibility for accomplishing work goals.

Additional Details


We provide our team with everything needed for success, including world-class products, excellent initial and ongoing training, and top-notch work equipment. We reward hard work and success with a competitive base salary and benefits package, as well as a retirement savings program, which includes 401(k) with company match and profit sharing. Salary is based on experience. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability



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