Shermco IndustriesRemote
Remote Controls Engineer III
United States of America
Full Time
3 hours ago
$100,000 - $150,000 USD
No H1B
Key skills
Control Systems DesignControl TheoryProgrammable Logic Controllers (PLC)Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)Ladder LogicFunction Block Diagram (FBD)ControlLogixCompactLogixPLC5SLC500FactoryTalkRSViewGE RX3iRX7iQuickPaneliFIXCimplicityProficySiemens S7-300S7-400S5TIWinCCWinCCFlexTIASchneider Modicon QuantumClearSCADADeltaVWonderware InTouchArchestrASystem PlatformWin911OPC Systems SCADALow Voltage ControlsComputer-Aided Design (CAD)Pipeline ProcessingOil and Gas Processing
About this role
Shermco Industries is North America’s largest NETA-accredited electrical testing organization, focusing on safety and client service. They are seeking a Controls Engineer III responsible for the design, development, and implementation of control systems, ensuring efficient and safe operations through automation and programming.
Responsibilities:
- Establish/Maintain behaviors that demonstrate Safety as a Personal Core Value
- Design, develop, and implement control systems for various applications, including Network Architecture, Cause and Effect Diagram, Control Philosophy for the production of a complete automation and process control system
- Utilize knowledge of control theory, automation, and programming to create efficient and reliable systems
- Program and configure Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), and other control devices
- Develop and implement control algorithms and software
- Utilize graphical programming languages like Ladder Logic and FBD (Function Block Diagram)
- Test and validate control systems to ensure they meet performance requirements
- Troubleshoot and diagnose control system issues
- Implement solutions to improve system performance and reliability
- Install, configure, and test software systems on-site, ensuring they function according to specifications and customer needs, often collaborating with other specialists and clients
- Evaluate system performance and identifies areas for improvement
- Implement solutions to increase production efficiency and reduce downtime
- Collaborate with other engineers, technicians, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes
- Communicate technical information clearly and concisely
- Ensure that control systems are designed and implemented in a safe manner
- May be responsible for implementing safety protocols and procedures
Requirements:
- Minimum of 4 years' experience in control systems and startup/commissioning
- Must have a strong understanding of control theory, automation, and programming, with the ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex technical problems while paying close attention to detail, ensuring accuracy
- Must have experience with low voltage controls
- Must be able to clearly and effectively communicate in English via verbal and written methods and be comfortable and effective doing so directly to customers and co-workers
- Ability to work safely, and an eagerness to contribute to a safety-focused team
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Proficiency in using computer-aided design (CAD) software and other relevant tools
- Controls Platforms and equipment familiarity of any of the following is required: Allen Bradley ControlLogix / CompactLogix / PLC5 / SLC500 / FactoryTalk / RSView (PLC/HMI), GE RX3i / RX7i / 90-30 / 90-70 / QuickPanel / iFIX / Cimplicity / Proficy (PLC/HMI), Siemens S7-300 / S7-400 / S5 / TI / WinCC / WinCCFlex / TIA (PLC/HMI), Schneider (SquareD) Modicon Quantum / ClearSCADA / (PLC/HMI), DeltaV (DCS), Wonderware InTouch / ArchestrA / System Platform / Win911 (HMI), OPC Systems SCADA (HMI)
- Must be flexible and willing to work out-of-town with regular overnight travel
- Strong preference for individuals who are able and willing to demonstrate their personal commitment to Safety
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, stand for extended periods, drive regularly, with or without reasonable accommodations
- Should be able to pass a fit for duty physical exam when required
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and periodic, unannounced random drug tests
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment criminal background check
- All offers are conditioned on acceptable results from a background check and drug and alcohol screening
- Must have a valid driver's license and currently have (and be able to maintain) a good driving record
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit)
- Must be able to fluently read, write, and speak English
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science or equivalent experience preferred
- Experience with pipeline and/or oil and gas processing is considered a plus
- Industry experience preferred: Semiconductor, Oil and Gas, Utilities, Agriculture, Metals, Mining, Paper, Data Centers, Health Care, Food and Beverage