Controls Engineer
KForce

Job Info

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Responsibilities

Kforce has a client in search of a Controls Engineer in Fremont, CA.Summary:The Controls Engineer is part of a multi-disciplinary manufacturing design team that is responsible for rapidly delivering quality facilities based on adaptable designs meeting unique and challenging criteria. Candidates participate throughout projects full lifecycle; including conceptual design, definition of works, resource engagement, installation & commissioning activities, project acceptance and handover.Key Tasks:Engineering:Development of Siemens TIA Controls Standard; Implementing new features, improving HMI and SCADA architecture and providing clear documentation:

• Select and size electrical, and electromechanical components with consideration to operability and cost
• Create or expand internal control standards; Exploiting existing solutions and established industrial standards
• Champion controls safety design and assess systems to PLd/SIL 2 safety levels; Creating holistic safe systems from hardware selection, installation and safety programs
• Design robust manufacturing network infrastructure with a regard to real-time interlocked systems and safety protocols
• Engage with vendors and factory utility teams to help define MV/LV power distribution networks
• Ensure control panels are designed and fabricated to appropriate global standards

Project Management:

• Defining project electrical and controls technical requirements; Employing standards, engaging with other internal technical teams
• Communicating technical requirements to vendors and determining vendor selection suitability
• Communication to a broad range of internal stake holders regarding execution strategies and project progress
• Overlook vendor timelines and resources; Manage panel fabrication, field wiring and system deliverables
• Create and validate test plans for vendors and suppliers; Lead teams or self-perform FAT & SAT procedures

Skills

• BS/MS degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering
• 2+ years of hands-on controls, automation, and/or electromechanical experience
• Proven track record of successful project execution
• Professional Engineering License or equivalent is preferred
• Proficiency with process integration and electromechanical/mechatronic systems
• Programming languages (Java, Python, C, C++, C#, VB, SCA)
• Experience programming Cartesian, SCARA, and articulated robots (Fanuc, Kuka, Motoman, Epson) is highly desired
• Databases (MSSWL, MySWL, Access, etc.)
• Ladder logic/Safety PLCs (Siemens TIA, Allen Bradley, Beckhoff, GE, Koyo)
• Human Machine Interface (HMI/GUI - WinCC, Ignition, AB Panelview, FactoryTalk, LabView)
• Field bus networks (Profinet, Profisafe, Ethernet IP, AB Devicenet)
• Vision systems (Cognex, Keyence, Fanuc, Nagase, Omron, Datalogic)
• CAD (AutoCAD, CATIA, Revit, SolidWorks)
• Exposure to a wide variety of production machinery, industrial sensors, and equipment (LVDT and pressure transducers, dispense systems, temperature controllers, DC nutrunner torque controllers, current and power meters, etc.)
• Understanding of networking standards and industrial networking technologies
• Self-driven and self-supporting; Ability to independently create work plans ahead of time and the confidence to drive initiatives to completion; Ability to identify stagnant issues and follow through with immediate escalation
• General understanding of low/medium voltage electrical power distribution systems and backup power schemes for critical processes
• Ideal candidate is familiar with Project Management strategies such as Agile and Front End Loading

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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