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Controls Engineer II

Austal Philippines

Mobile, AL

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ASCII, AutoCAD, Automation, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Computer Skills, Construction, Control Engineering, DNS (Domain Name System), Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, HMI Software, Hardware Configuration Management, Identify Issues, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Server, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Network Performance/Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Engineering, Project/Program Management, Propulsion, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Systems/Internals Programming, TCP (Transmission Control Protocol), Technical Drawing, Test Automation, Testing, Time Management, United States Coast Guard (USCG), United States Navy (USN), Variable Speed Drive (VSD), Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Mobile, AL
POSTED
Today
REPORTS TO: Program Engineer & Project Department Engineer

SUPERVISES: Engineer I, Designers and Draftspersons

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Responsible for checking drawings, configuration, and programming performed by Engineers I.
  • Responsible for design calculations and drawing development as assigned by the Program Engineer or a Department Engineer III
  • Responsible for the design, configuration, and programming of automation and control equipment including but not limited to PLCs and HMIs.
  • Responsible for supporting the commissioning and testing of automation and control equipment.
  • Complies with Austal's employee handbook general guidelines, company
  • procedures and policies.
QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

• General:
  • Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related degree (At time of hire).
  • Two (2) to five (5) years of automation and controls experience.
  • Configuration, programming, installation, and test experience with PLCs, HMIs and SCADAs.
  • Detailed knowledge of Automation and IT networks.
  • Experience with the Windows Server environment.
  • Configuration and commissioning experience with sensors, switches, valve actuators, variable speed drives, and other field devices.
  • Design, installation and troubleshooting experience with communication protocols including Profibus, Modbus RTU/TCP, and Serial ASCII.
  • Ability to work in the field environment domestically and internationally.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and experience.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
  • Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.
  • Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.
Preferred:

Specific knowledge related to the following:
  • Siemens PCS7 or other integrated automation platform
  • Siemens SIMATIC variable speed drives
  • Windows Server Domain management including DNS, Active Directory, and Group Policy
  • Working knowledge of ship and propulsion systems
  • Working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
  • Experience in the construction of high speed aluminum vessel
  • Knowledge in design and construction of US Navy vessels
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

All candidates must meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines:
  • The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities
  • Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA:
  • 18 years of age or older at time of application
  • Able to provide proof of US Person Status
  • No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
  • No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
  • Willing to submit to a drug screen
  • Willing to submit to a background check
TRAVEL:
  • This position will require install and commissioning and repair efforts in various offsite locations and will be required to travel to customer sites to support work on vessels if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities. The potential for offsite travel can potentially upwards of 15-25%. This will include overseas travel although NO TRAVEL to declared warzones is anticipated.
TOOLS:
  • Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD, PLC and HMI development environment software
  • Process multimeter and network analyzers
DIRECTION EXERCISED:
  • May lead and direct the work of Engineers I, Designers and Draftspersons
  • May determine technical adequacy of drawings, calculations, hardware configuration, and system programming.


DISCRETION EXERCISED:

• May provide input to evaluations of Engineers I, Designers and Draftspersons

LIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB.

SAFETY

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

Equal Employment Commitment

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

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