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Senior Controls Engineer
Our client, a global leader in friction welding solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Control Systems Engineer to join their innovative team in South Bend, Indiana. With a rich history dating back to 1926, our client provides critical friction welding solutions across multiple industries, including Aerospace, Automotive, Military, Oil & Gas, and Mining. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with advanced technology in a company renowned for its customized solutions and significant global presence.
Role Overview
The Senior Control Systems Engineer will be an integral part of a collaborative engineering team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining electrical and software systems for custom-built friction welding machines. This role requires a strong background in special-purpose machinery design, with experience in electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical systems. You will be tasked with creating electrical schematics, programming logic, and providing technical support throughout the machine's lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement control systems for friction welding machines.
- Develop, code, test, and debug system software, ensuring seamless machine start-up and operation.
- Interpret control system requirements from customer specifications and develop corresponding technical documentation.
- Design Human Machine Interface (HMI) programs and robot programs for material handling.
- Create detailed design documentation, including machine setup, operation instructions, and technical specifications.
- Provide technical support to service technicians and customers as needed.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of controls programming standards and methodologies.
- Advocate for safety control systems integration using Siemens and Allen-Bradley technologies.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is a technical expert with a detail-oriented mindset, exceptional communication skills, and a strong work ethic. You should be a self-starter capable of working independently while maintaining a high level of professionalism and customer service.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Ladder Logic and ST/SCL for machine control.
- Experience with Siemens and Allen-Bradley safety control systems.
- Strong ability to create, read, and edit electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
- Strong attention to detail and results-driven mindset.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with PLC/Motion Control Programming (Logix Designer, Studio 5000, TIA Portal, Simotion Scout).
- HMI Design experience (FactoryTalk View Studio, WinCC).
- Familiarity with SINUMERIK configuration and AUTOCAD Electrical or ePLAN for schematic design.
Benefits
- 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings Account (H.S.A.).
- Paid time off (20 days per year) and 10 paid holidays.
- Flexible working schedule.
- Life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement for continuing education.
- Employee Assistance Program and voluntary uniform service.
- EV charging stations for employees.
This role is perfect for an engineer with a passion for cutting-edge technology and a drive to excel in a rapidly growing, innovative environment. If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding position with significant growth potential, we encourage you to apply.
