PLC Controls Engineer

$104,000 - $124,800/Yr

Fresh Consulting - Dallas, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Dallas, TX

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The PLC Controls Engineer will provide support and maintenance for manufacturing automation and control systems, ensuring minimal downtime and efficient production processes. This role involves troubleshooting electrical and programming issues, executing in-plant testing, and ensuring equipment is configured according to design specifications. The position is part of a fast-paced environment where collaboration with clients and innovative problem-solving are key.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and maintenance of manufacturing automation and control systems to minimize downtime.
• Investigate and resolve electrical and programming issues encountered on the production line during electrical checkout.
• Create and release programming updates and other engineering solutions as needed.
• Execute in-plant testing of electrical and programming solutions.
• Verify that all equipment/PLC/displays are configured correctly according to the design specifications.

Requirements

• 5+ years industry experience.
• Strong robot programming skills.
• Knowledge of high-voltage systems (hi-pot test, weld resistance test).
• Knowledge of optical, inductive, and laser sensor systems, electric, asynchronous, stepper, and brushless motors.
• Familiar with mechanical design theory (GD&T, positioning, guidance, transmission).
• Proficiency in conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions.
• Conduct failure analysis investigation and be familiar with various evaluation methods such as automated optical inspection (AOI) systems.
• Proficient with 3D CAD software.
• Experience with FANUC and ABB robots.
• Background working in a fast-paced startup environment.

Benefits

• Employee benefits at 100% including Medical, PTO, Holiday Pay, 401K Plan.