Controls Engineer

ITW • Grand Prairie, TX • 1d ago

Job Description:

In this role, you'll be a key contributor on a cross-functional Agile team responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) software for automated manufacturing equipment. The Controls Engineer will focus on implementing control systems that drive the behavior of machinery while ensuring safety, reliability, and optimal performance. You'll work collaboratively with electrical and mechanical engineers to build and refine cutting-edge industrial equipment used in component manufacturing.

Primary Responsibilities:

Develop andmaintainPLC software for automated cutting and assembly equipment

Interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings to design control logic

Configure and integrate Human Machine Interface (HMI) systems

Collaborate with engineers and technicians during proto@type builds and field support

Support deployment, debugging, and continuous improvement of equipment software

Assistwith troubleshooting issues during machine commissioning or production

Maintain and update technical documentation, including logic flowcharts and wiring diagrams

Participate in peer review sessions of solutions and related code, ensure software quality throughout the complete SDLC

Competencies:

Team skills - Collaborate with the team as needed.Able to gain trust from their team, peers, and senior leadership.Provide technical leadership and act as abuddyto new employees.

Communication -Able to communicatein aclear, concise manner. Able to engage withpeers,managers,and senior leadership.

Adaptability - The ability to adapt to unexpected changes or new demands while working on projects or routine coding solutions.

Analytical - The ability to discover, interpret, and communicate meaningful patterns and separatetheminto logical components or elements.

Continuous Learning -Show initiative in learning emerging automation and PLC technologies.Activelyidentifyingnew areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge andskillson the job and learning through theirapplication.

Innovation - Generating innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities.

Influence - Apply constructive persuasion and negotiation techniques to influencemutually beneficial decisions

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field

3-5 years of experience in PLC development for industrial machinery

Proficiencyin ladder logic and structured text using platforms such asSchneider,Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Beckhoff

Complete understanding of multiple SDLC

Familiarity with HMI configuration tools such as FactoryTalk View, WinCC, or similar

Understanding ofindustrial communication protocols (OPC UA,Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)

Basic understanding of safety standards related to industrial automation (e.g., ISO 13849)

Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings

Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, SVN)

Excellent problem solving and strong analytical skills, ability to work on complex development tasks and large modules/features

Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills;ability to generate and deliver presentations

Ability to work inateamorindependently, able to coach new or less experienced developers inday-to-dayoperations,as well as technical knowledge

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues' unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

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