Entry Level Controls Engineer

4P Consulting

Kennesaw, Georgia

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, AutoCAD, Automation, Automation Systems, Commissioning, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Debugging Skills, Documentation, Electrical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Human Machine Interface (HMI), Identify Issues, Industrial Development, Input/Output, Ladder Logic, Manufacturing Operations, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Safety Training, Schematics, Startup, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), System Architecture, System Test, System Validation, Systems Maintenance, Testing
LOCATION
Kennesaw, Georgia
POSTED
30+ days ago

Entry Level Controls Engineer

Full TimeEntry Level

Department: Engineering & Automation

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Entry Level Controls Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to develop their expertise in industrial automation and control systems. The successful candidate will work closely with senior engineers to design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain automated control systems that drive our manufacturing and production operations. This role requires strong proficiency in PLC programming and electrical systems, combined with a passion for problem-solving and continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

PLC Programming & Development

Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs for various automation systems using platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar industrial controllers
  • Write and debug ladder logic, structured text, and function block diagrams to control machinery and processes
  • Assist in the design and implementation of control system architectures for new equipment installations and facility upgrades
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for all PLC programs, including logic descriptions, I/O lists, and revision histories
  • Perform system testing and validation to ensure programs meet specifications and safety requirements
  • Support the integration of PLCs with HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems and SCADA platforms

Electrical Systems Design & Support

  • Read, interpret, and create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts using AutoCAD Electrical or similar software
  • Support the installation, commissioning, and startup of electrical control system

About the Company

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4P Consulting