Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer needed in Cypress, TX DIRECT HIRE CAREER OPPORTUNITY Location: Cypress TX 290/ Telge Area Pay Range: $95K-$125K Eligible for up to 2x Quarterly Bonus & 3 weeks' vacation per year As a Controls Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, troubleshooting, and enhancement of process control systems within industrial manufacturing plants. Your responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities, including engineering electrical, instrumentation, and automation systems, performing PLC/HMI hardware/software design and programming, and ensuring compliancewith safety, environmental, and regulatory protocols. IDEAL EXPERIENCE: 5 to 8 years of experience in the electrical ; controls engineering fieldDemonstrated Control Systems competency.Well versed in Microsoft office programsSQL Database knowledge preferred WORK CONDITIONS: Will be exposed to outside elements, requiring adaptability to varying weather conditions. Exposed to high noises levels, requiring the use of PPE. Will require movement around the manufacturing floor to install, troubleshoot, and maintain PC hardware and software. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Design and troubleshoot process control systems.Engineer, design and test electrical, instrumentation and automation systems associated with industrial manufacturing plants.PLC/HMI hardware/software design, programming, and troubleshooting.Develop and engineer electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and PLC logic.Design and implement process network infrastructure (Ethernet, Device Net, Control Net, etc.).Interface and communicate with vendors, process engineering, installation contractors and project management.Specify and procure controls hardware and field instrumentation.Database programming skills a plus. (SCADA)Compliance and enforcement of company, safety, environmental, governmental policies and regulations as they apply.Understand and assist in application of company safety procedures, Lock & Tag, and Arc Flash.REQUIRED SKILLS: Strong understanding of PLC ladder logic, programming methods, and process related control systems. (Allen Bradley Micro Logix, RS Logix 500 and Control Logix Platforms)Ability to design/enhance HMI applications.Ability to examine complex electrical problems, identify source of problems, determine method for repair; plan and organize work; complete complex electrical tasks by using and understanding Electrical, Mechanical, Hydraulic and Pneumatic drawings and schematics.Knowledge of automation (PLC) and electrical system design, diagnosis and operation.Knowledge of applicable Electrical Code.Ability to operate various power, voltage and current measurement equipment via test instruments and hand tools.Strong experience in plant commissioning and start-up.Hours of operation and employee schedules vary based off each project and may require irregular or extended hour and travel for project completion.Could include international travel.Able to communicate effectively with employees in a professional and friendly manner.Able to work independently as a productive member of a team.Will follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the function of the job under minimal supervision. EDUCATION:Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (Preferred)