Job Information
Actalent Controls Engineer in Knoxville, Tennessee
Description:
- - Immediate support needed to help meet project goals and deadlines. A few projects are already completed and just need them programmed to be ready. Program Allen Bradley PLC's & HMI's from scratch, troubleshoot, and implemented into the system. --
Develop electrical and pneumatic designs, schematics, and drawings using AutoCAD.
Interpret mechanical design drawings for electrical requirements, collaborating with design tools such as Autodesk Inventor.
Research and evaluate supplier products for assembly components, staying up-to-date with industry advancements.
Help establish and maintain electrical and pneumatic standards to ensure consistency and quality in project execution.
Work to standardize PLC/HMI designs and code between systems to improve maintainability.
Develop electrical and pneumatic bill of materials to support project assembly and installation.
Power up electrical systems and configure hardware per application specifications, ensuring functionality.
Check the quality of assemblers and technicians' work and respond to inquiries during the assembly process.
Collaborate with our Sales team with input for quote preparation contributing to project feasibility assessments.
Design and develop software applications based on given requirements and specifications.
Understand client requirements for GUI/communication interface, networking, and create specifications based on these requirements.
Review, repair, and redesign legacy code and troubleshoot issues with existing company-installed systems.
Contribute to project reviews to ensure the proper development and implementation of features, working closely with cross-functional teams.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with automation systems, ensuring safety and compliance with industry regulations.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of automation designs, configurations, and troubleshooting procedures.
Write user manuals to communicate the functionality of company-developed programs, enhancing user understanding.
Skills:
Allen-bradley, Plc programming, Hmi, siemens plc, motion control
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
2-3 years of related experience with a preference for experience in the controls industry with proven experience in system design and implementation, including PLCs, SCADA, HMI, robotics.
Proficiency in Design/Drafting Tools AutoCAD and Inventor.
Proficient in Programming Logic Controllers (PLC) (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens).
Proficient in configuring and designing HMI/OIT systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, Maple Systems).
Nice to have:
Familiar with Industry Standards UL and CE.
Familiar with various Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g., IAI, Yasakawa).
Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues – must be a quick, innovative problem solver.
Experience in designing to certifications and standards (CE, ATEX, IECEx, ISO, UL).
Experience with and understanding of pneumatic and hydraulic circuits and systems.
Proficiency in Mechanics and Materials.
Experience Level:
Expert Level
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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