Senior Controls Engineer

Location: Dallas, tX

Description

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to provide advanced support for optimizing the efficiency, reliability, and automation of both new and existing web-handling production processes. This role requires specialized expertise in Siemens PLCs, including 505 series and S7 models, to support the Dallas manufacturing facility.

Key Responsibilities:

The ideal candidate will be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. Additional responsibilities may be assigned

• .Apply advanced knowledge of manufacturing standards, including operational playbooks and playlists, to support process improvement efforts
• .Tune, synchronize, and sequence Siemens drive systems (S110, G120, S120, Micromaster, Baldor 18h, and others) in web-handling applications
• .Read and troubleshoot electrical machine schematics
• .Configure PLC messaging instructions and network settings
• .Develop Process and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), controls narratives, and testing protocols
• .Create and refine PLC programs and operator interfaces in compliance with programming standards, including modular programming and object-oriented design
• .Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and uphold enterprise-wide controls, drives, and hardware documentation standards
• .Mentor and train controls specialists, electricians, and engineers
• .Coordinate with external contractors to specify and install equipment, controls, and drives
• .Stay informed of emerging technologies in controls and web-handling, leading their implementation as needed
• .Build and maintain strong relationships with plant personnel to identify and pursue new projects

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Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of industry experience in controls/drives programming
• Proficiency in Siemens drives and controllers (emphasis on S120s, Simatic, and Simotion
• .Experience in PLC logic development, primarily Siemens 505 and Step 7 (S7) system
• .Basic knowledge of manufacturing systems and web-handling processes
• .Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
• .Familiarity with AutoCAD and SCADA systems
• .Commitment to continuous learning, including company-provided training program
• .Preferred: Experience with Siemens S120 drive optimization and Wonderware object-oriented HMI development

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Ability to remain stationary for long periods and traverse office and production floors
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes, odors, and airborne particles
• Occasional exposure to weather extremes, confined spaces, and acidic or caustic chemicals
• Hearing protection and a respirator may be required in certain environments