Controls Engineer (Programmer)

Compass Systems and Sales•Barberton, OH

47d•Onsite

About The Position

Controls Engineer (Programmer) About Compass Systems and Sales: Compass Systems is the world leader in providing highly engineered Pneumatic & Mechanical Material Handling Systems that provide Segregation Capabilities for the various Alloys of Aluminum Scrap produced by the automobile industry, in the high volume automotive OEM and Tier #1 & #2 supplier production environments. With a solid track record of success and a “True Turn-Key” solutions driven approach, Compass Systems has expanded its reach within its automotive customers and the general industrial markets to include state-of-the-art related systems and processes (i.e. Hinged Belt Conveyors, End of Line Conveyors, Integrated Dust Collection Systems). You can trust Compass to point the way to the most efficient solution. Job description: This candidate is primarily responsible for PLC and HMI programming to control and interface to our custom designed material handling equipment. Also, the candidate should be able to read and design electrical schematics including power, control and field wiring. The candidate is also required to travel to customer’s facilities to do electrical troubleshooting and commissioning of equipment.

Requirements

Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC programming software
Siemens G120 series AC drives
Rockwell RSLogix and FactoryTalk programming language
Associate’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or a related discipline from an accredited college and 2-3 years of related work experience
Strong electrical and mechanical troubleshooting aptitude
Strong organizational, planning, and leadership skills
Project management and analytical skills
Knowledge of PLC Programming required with preferred in the following: Siemens TIA portal and WinCC programming software Siemens G120 series AC Drives Rockwell RSLogix and FactoryTalk programming language
Strong Computer Skills
Strong time management skills, ability to plan daily/weekly/ workloads
Ability to motivate self and others, to train / educate others, to promote process improvements
Handles day-to-day work challenges confidently; is willing and able to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities, ambiguity and rapid change; show resilience in the face of constraints, frustrations, adversities or stress
Must be willing to travel up to 30% nationally and internationally and hold a valid US passport
Must live within a commutable distance to the office, located in Barberton, Ohio.
Must possess a valid drivers license and be able to be insured.
Must be able to pass a drug test, at pre-employment, and ongoing during employment.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of pneumatics, including volumetric flow rate and pressure, a plus
Knowledge of electrical and mechanical design

Responsibilities

Create PLC programs using primarily Rockwell RSLogix and Siemens TIA Portal
Create HMI applications primarily using Rockwell FactoryTalk View and Siemens WinCC
Understand electrical power and control schematics
Understand field installation drawings
Ability to work with and interface with internal project managers and external customers