Job Title: Process Controls Engineer

Job Title: Process Controls Engineer
Hiring Company: Air Products is a company that manufactures, supplies, and distributes industrial and specialty gases, along with related equipment and services. They serve a variety of industries, including refining, chemicals, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food.
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Job location: St. Louis, Missouri, United States
Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, controls systems, or automation, with at least 7-10 years of experience working in manufacturing facilities.
  • PLC programming, including creating from scratch such as Emerson PACSystems PLC family most helpful. Other brands (Legacy GE/Emerson, Siemens, Omron, Modicon, etc.) helpful. Safety programming in the PLC is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of Cyber Security best practices.
  • Knowledge of Control Circuit Theory and Design as well as Instrumentation Signals Used in Controls Applications.
  • Heavy motion controls and Servo Controls experience – Yaskawa Servos.
  • HMI/OIT programming such as Aveva (Wonderware) System Platform and InTouch, other Object-Oriented Packages a plus.
  • Device Communication software\protocols such as Kepware, Modbus, ProfiNet, etc.
  • Knowledge of SQL database integration with HMI’s would be a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of device networks, Layer 2 switches, TCP/IP, Subnetting, and VLAN technology.
• Conducting in-house IO and panel testing, setup, troubleshooting, and creating drawings. This encompasses IO check-out and testing motor direction (including reversal). Setting up VFDs and managing communications (Yaskawa, ABB, Mitsubishi, etc.), with a focus on ABB.
• Proficient in reading and marking up electrical panel and network drawings, as well as updating or creating electrical schematics. This includes PLC-PLC, PLC-IO, PLC-VFD, and other communication protocols. Skills in panel and wiring troubleshooting are advantageous.
• Demonstrated experience in supporting Manufacturing Facilities on a daily basis. This role involves collaborating across departments and effectively communicating outcomes to leadership and management. Candidates should have proven troubleshooting abilities, a logical and systematic approach to problem-solving, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Exceptional project management skills, managing project timelines, working closely with machine builders and contractors, and integrating chemical equipment into the facility. Proficient in designing and implementing a variety of customized high-speed automated systems, especially in manufacturing and assembly sectors.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities, with a keen attention to detail, a proactive attitude, and the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment. This individual must be adept at collaborating within a team setting with shared responsibilities.

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