Senior Controls Engineer

About Us :

DMW&H is a premier Automated Material Handling Systems Integrator headquartered in Northern NJ. Our employees have recognized us as one of the best places to work in New Jersey for eight continuous years.

As a leading automation company, DMW&H specializes in the design, integration, installation, and support of innovative distribution centers material handling systems.

Summary :

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for applying acquired technical skills and project experience to the execution of the controls / electrical engineering portion of all Company projects.

The Senior Controls Engineer can work independently on complex projects, applying his / her engineering and project management skills to ensure accuracy and adherence to departmental standards, project schedules, prescribed resource limits and client requirements in the following areas : Electrical controls design and field installation / start-up.

Reports to : Manager of Controls Engineering

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical engineering, computer, or related engineering field preferred.
• PLC Programming experience, preferably in Allen Bradley ControlLogix, PLC 5, and SLC 500 series PLCs Experience in controls design and project engineering in the material handling industry is preferred.
• Can work independently and as part of a team.
• Project management skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Commitment required. Able to set and meet goals; sincere care for others; overwhelming desire to win and to be part of a winning team.
• Ability to travel 50%

Design Responsibilities :

• Understand electrical controls descriptions and device layouts for initial internal review and subsequent customer approval.
• Understand electrical drawings in coordination with electrical engineer per design specifications.
• Review controls drawings and programs with controls engineering manager for correctness and operational intent.
• Code PLC programs and prepare documentation based on project design specifications.
• Correct any deficiencies found.
• Internal testing with software engineering on system integration details.

Project Management / Coordination Responsibilities :

• Plan, prepare and coordinate pre-commissioning / commissioning / field start-up activities.
• Develop and ensure adherence to a detailed commissioning schedule.
• Plan and coordinate the commissioning / start up schedule and necessary work with third party providers.
• Maintain up-to-date files of all relevant documentation on projects.
• Manage projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision.
• Consult with controls engineers and project managers to ensure proper coordination and adherence to schedules in mechanical installation, electrical installation, and field start-up.
• Prepare client acceptance forms.
• Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.
• Field start-up on PLC-controlled projects; support software engineering on start-ups.
• Coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals.
• Respond to service calls in the field when required.
• May be assigned to special projects or required to perform other duties not listed above, which may vary from time to time as determined by management, to meet company needs.
30+ days ago