Senior Controls Engineer (Ignition Specialist)

Factory Technologies

Modesto, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Allen-Bradley, Application Integration, AutoCAD, Automation, Bill of Materials (BOM), Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Computer Science, Conflict Resolution, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Cost Estimates, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Establish Priorities, Ethernet, HMI Software, Human Machine Interface (HMI), IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers), Instrumentation, Java, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Manufacturing Systems, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, National Electrical Code, Network Protocols, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Project Development, Project Estimates, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Rockwell Automation, SCADA Software, SQL Databases, Schematics, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Time Management, Variable Speed Drive (VSD), Work From Home
LOCATION
Modesto, CA
POSTED
1 day ago

Job OverviewFactory Technologies, Inc., a Systems Integrator located in Modesto CA., is currently seeking to hire a Sr. Controls Engineer (Ignition Specialist). This position requires development work within an office environment and support at client sites. This is not a remote role and is based in Modesto, CA.Key Non-Technical Skills and TraitsCommunication, communication, communicationAll team members need to strive for excellent communication skills; oral, written and listening.Discuss task/milestone/project successes, failures, roadblocks with your team.Let the team know of unexpected changes to the project and/or personal life schedule – as soon as you can. Text, phone, email – whatever it takes.Let the team know of unexpected changes to the scope of work.Provide daily updates on progress. Know your audience and cater your updates accordingly.Feedback – ask for it and provide it respectfully.Sharing/collaboration – share your time, your skills and the information you have gathered over the years. As a senior engineer, you will be expected to support/develop/lead/mentor junior engineers, drafter's, shop personnel and new employees.Focus – support others when needed and allow others to focus on their tasks as needed.Be curious, not judgmental – ask questions to get details.Adaptability/flexibility – the controls systems integrator world is fast paced and changes regularly. Team members need to be able to change directions routinely.Problem solving/critical thinking – senior team members are key to solving problems whether they be technical or other.Repeatability/scalability – think about the work you're completing and how it may be reused and/or scaled for the future. Reuse existing work where appropriate.Self awareness – understand where you're at and what your strengths/weaknesses are.Empathy – put yourself in someone else's shoes before judging. All engineers find mistakes in others work. Remember that others will find mistakes in your work too.Active Listening – listen with the intent to understand, not just to react/respond.Conflict resolution – support reducing inevitable tensions both internally and externally.Resilience – some days can be difficult. Some projects can be difficult. Remember that those difficult times are temporary.Take care of yourself – everyone is different and you will be supported to avoid burnout. You need to be your own gatekeeper and communicate issues, goals and needs.Participate – improvements can only be made with participation. Without participation, everything else is just complaining.Time Management/prioritization – senior team members take on a lot of work and can be asked to be in two places at once. Prioritizing can be a daily challenge. Communicate your issues and come to the table with a proposed solution.Traditional Technical and Professional Skills3-5 years' experience with Ignition developmentIgnition Gold certified (strongly preferred)Experience in Ignition 7.9 – 8.3Variety of experience – i.e. PLC experience (primarily Allen Bradley), SQL databases, Python, Java, Process automation, Network IT/OT convergence.BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics engineering, Computer Science degree or 10+ years equivalent relevant industry experienceExpert in PLC/HMI programming and systems integration in industrial applications using various Allen-Bradley, GE and Siemens platforms.Strong competency in using Rockwell Automation products, WonderWare and Inductive Automation HMI/SCADA software.Must be able to read and generate P&ID's, flow diagrams and electrical schematics.Advanced knowledge of networking and communication protocols, such as but not limited to, EtherNet, Asi, Modbus, IO-Link, ControlNet and DeviceNet.Complete projects within budgetHave a working knowledge of AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical and/or ePlan.Identify control system components and use a bill of materials to meet project requirements adhering to UL 508A, IEEE and NEC standards.Support and/or create project cost estimates.High level knowledge of process instrumentation.High level knowledge of programming and configuring Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)Excellent communication skills; oral, written and listening.High level knowledge of, or interest in, mechanical systems and manufacturing equipment.Must be able to work unsupervised and as part of a team as required.Flexibility when required to work outside of normal business hours as required by client's needs.General knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean DMV record.BenefitsThe successful candidate will receive a competitive salary offer, including medical and dental benefits, 401K with company contributions and vacation/holiday pay.Work from home opportunities will be available during the core development phase of a project. When not at customer sites or working from home, employees report to our Modesto, CA office.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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