Calportland: Senior Controls Engineer
Job Summary The Senior Controls Engineer supportsefforts throughout the company to optimize the operation, performance, and efficiency of all manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities Design control strategies based on plant manufacturing processes.
Manage multi-faceted upgrades to existing plant controls systems including personnel, programming, and budgeting Implementation of the control strategies using the FLS ASYS PLC function blocks and corresponding FLS ECS HMI graphical objects Review the existing hardware architecture for PLC-based control systems, supporting equipment, and design improvements as needed.
Program PLC and DCS control systems, primarily using the FLS ASYS function blocks for the PLC and corresponding HMI graphic objects for the HMI Design and develop graphics and support programming for control systems.
Design and create custom PLC code and HMI graphic objects as needed to integrate sub-system PLCs with the main control system in a way that presents a common interface to the operator.
Coordinate control system startup, checkout, and commissioning activities Troubleshoot control systems as required Participate in the development and maintenance of control system standards Document control system applications Develop and implement an overall strategy for a control system upgrade at a large cement manufacturing facility.
Mentor and supervise younger Engineers Participate in the troubleshooting of control systems as required Education Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Applied Sciences, or another Engineering degree with related Controls background Requirements/Qualifications Minimum of seven years experience in industrial manufacturing Must have proven experience in writing PLC logic and developing programs for various PLC systems including Rockwell Allen Bradley.
Experiencewith engineering and developing PLC code using the FLS ASYS function block system Goodknowledge of analog and digital I/O systems and hardware Must have knowledge of basic electrical systems, motor controls, and instrumentation Familiarity with computer networking and communication systems, particularly as they relate to automation systems.
Must be able to read and understand engineering drawings including P& ID, interconnection, andelementary drawings Will be required to travel to company facilities and other meeting locations Self-starter and ability to work independently Ability to coordinate the work of others and direct them as and when needed Ability to work cooperatively with plant and corporate personnel Preferred:
Cement, concrete, and aggregate manufacturing experience Knowledge of distributed control systems (DCS) Knowledge of data archiving systems (OSI Pi) and data interfacing Familiarity with AutoCAD or other CAD software Ability to design and layout control panels Project management skills Experience with Siemens PLC's Experience with other HMI systems in a client/server configuration Benefits At CalPortland, were proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources:
our employees.
Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland.
Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.
All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans.
Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program.
The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.
Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.
#LI-BB1#HP.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Responsibilities Design control strategies based on plant manufacturing processes.
Manage multi-faceted upgrades to existing plant controls systems including personnel, programming, and budgeting Implementation of the control strategies using the FLS ASYS PLC function blocks and corresponding FLS ECS HMI graphical objects Review the existing hardware architecture for PLC-based control systems, supporting equipment, and design improvements as needed.
Program PLC and DCS control systems, primarily using the FLS ASYS function blocks for the PLC and corresponding HMI graphic objects for the HMI Design and develop graphics and support programming for control systems.
Design and create custom PLC code and HMI graphic objects as needed to integrate sub-system PLCs with the main control system in a way that presents a common interface to the operator.
Coordinate control system startup, checkout, and commissioning activities Troubleshoot control systems as required Participate in the development and maintenance of control system standards Document control system applications Develop and implement an overall strategy for a control system upgrade at a large cement manufacturing facility.
Mentor and supervise younger Engineers Participate in the troubleshooting of control systems as required Education Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or Applied Sciences, or another Engineering degree with related Controls background Requirements/Qualifications Minimum of seven years experience in industrial manufacturing Must have proven experience in writing PLC logic and developing programs for various PLC systems including Rockwell Allen Bradley.
Experiencewith engineering and developing PLC code using the FLS ASYS function block system Goodknowledge of analog and digital I/O systems and hardware Must have knowledge of basic electrical systems, motor controls, and instrumentation Familiarity with computer networking and communication systems, particularly as they relate to automation systems.
Must be able to read and understand engineering drawings including P& ID, interconnection, andelementary drawings Will be required to travel to company facilities and other meeting locations Self-starter and ability to work independently Ability to coordinate the work of others and direct them as and when needed Ability to work cooperatively with plant and corporate personnel Preferred:
Cement, concrete, and aggregate manufacturing experience Knowledge of distributed control systems (DCS) Knowledge of data archiving systems (OSI Pi) and data interfacing Familiarity with AutoCAD or other CAD software Ability to design and layout control panels Project management skills Experience with Siemens PLC's Experience with other HMI systems in a client/server configuration Benefits At CalPortland, were proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources:
our employees.
Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland.
Thats why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.
All regular full-time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental, and vision plans.
Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and a retirement program.
The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.
Conditions of Employment Successful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check.
Some positions require FMCSA regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.
#LI-BB1#HP.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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