AUTOMATION CONTROLS ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Sep 18, 2024 - The Automation Controls Engineer with a robust background in software development, including Python and robot programming with Fanuc systems. Possesses extensive electrical design capabilities, favoring EPLAN for schematic creation in customized automation controls, coupled with hands-on proficiency in building and troubleshooting using tools like multimeters. Adapts swiftly to dynamic environments, managing multiple projects efficiently, with expertise in Rockwell and Siemens technologies.
Summary of Automation Controls Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Electrical Engineering with 2 years of Experience
- Experience in the confectionery, food, consumer goods and/or pharmaceutical industry
- Experience in leading the controls engineering portion of multiple projects
- Experience with electrical elementary drawings, P&IDs, GMPs, controls estimating, and controls design
- Knowledge of Rockwell and Siemens PLCs and Motion Control systems (hardware and logic), FactoryTalk View, RSView
- Knowledge of FactoryTalk Asset Centre, iFix, Wonderware and OPC communication
- Knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems - both from an applied and maintenance perspective.
- Understanding of the development and installation of 480VAC, 120VAC and 24VDC power systems
- Understanding of equipment electrical controls beneficial.
- Knowledge of Industrial Control Network Architecture and Security measures is beneficial.
- Knowledgeable in developing control systems suitable for implementation in a manufacturing facility within the commercialization timeline and budget.
2. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Possess a basic knowledge of regulatory requirements for electrical installations.
- Experience in exposure to managing multiple disciplines (external and internal)
- Experience in bring control systems from the design stage to production.
- Possess the ability to prioritize and have an understanding of the required business objectives
- Possess the ability to developing solutions, control schedules, and efficient and expedient project executions.
- Possess the appropriate negotiating skills for capital projects and other job-related duties from inception to completion.
- Demonstrated leadership and decision-making ability.
- Technical troubleshooting skills including hands-on problem-solving experience, focusing on detailed problem resolution and documentation.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be able to execute projects in a timely manner.
3. BS in Computer Science with 5 years of Experience
- Experience in a Food and Beverage manufacturing environment
- Knowledge and skill in programming PLC, Siemens preferred
- Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Knowledge of Communication Protocols
- Knowledge of Power distribution (single phase, three phase, low Voltage, medium voltage, high Voltage)
- Knowledgeable about Instrumentation calibration of pressure, temperature, flow, level etc.
- Advanced computer skills and proficiency in MS Office and other windows-based programs
- Must be willing to have hands-on involvement with industrial equipment
- Able to read Electrical blueprints and schematics
- Ability to handle sensitive and proprietary information in a confidential manner
4. BS in Mechatronics Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- In-depth understanding of computer software, databases, and programming .
- Proficiency in automation equipment/system design prototyping testing and troubleshooting .
- Demonstrated proficiency with software writing tools, version controls, and other modern engineering software applications
- Proficiency with PLC programming
- Experience with Beckhoff TwinCat/EtherCat or similar control systems .
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with RSView Studio ME/SE.
- Ability and desire to learn new technologies
5. BS in Robotics Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Experience with interfacing with IT for networking, permissions, VPN, and other Network Domain related topics.
- Experience with manufacturing equipment and automation equipment, including conveyors, scanners, sensors, etc.
- Experience with creation of traceability reports, non-conformance reports, paretos, heat maps and other basic analytic methods typically utilized in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of industry 4.0 theory and fundamentals
- Ability to design and program PLC logic (Allen Bradley )
- Strong understanding of various industrial communications protocols (OPC UA and Ethernet/IP a plus)
- Some experience in database and SQL usage beneficial
- Understands pneumatic and electrical automated design concepts
- Understands and practices acceptable safe electrical, mechanical, and operator work practices.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
6. BS in Industrial Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience with Electrical theory, Robotics, Controls components, Automated equipment
- Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming
- Experience in designing HMI and control network components
- Experience with deploying industrial, collaborative, or mobile robotics projects in a manufacturing environment
- Experience with shop floor layouts, LEAN methodologies, and material replenishment
- Knowledge of mechanical components commonly found on assembly automation machines
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to understanding of Six Sigma and Lean manufacturing principles
- Ability to use of 3D printing, CAD software (Catia/AutoCAD/SolidWorks)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. BS in Automation Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Experience in working in a manufacturing site
- Experience with some of the following systems: LAN / HMI / PLC / VFD / Instrumentation
- Experience in creating system life-cycle documentation
- Experience with automated system commissioning / troubleshooting
- Familiarity with application of current GxP principles in a Pharmaceutical manufacturing setting
- Experience working within a change management culture in a regulated industry
- Experience with Industrial Networking and Server Administration
- Experience in Data Historians (OSI-PI), B&R Control Platform
- Experience with Wonderware (Archestra / Intouch), Rockwell (FactoryTalk) SCADA and HMI platforms
- Experience with Rockwell (Logix) or Siemens (S7) PLC platforms.
8. BS in Control Systems Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Experience with machine vision inspection
- Experience in application of Computer Validation (CSV) documentation
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to interact and influence individuals throughout all levels of the organization
- Ability to work in and embrace a multi-disciplined team-based culture
- Experience with maintaining attention to detail, accuracy, and right-first-time quality mindset
- Experience with maintaining a high level of integrity while balancing multiple priorities and responsibilities
- Proven record of providing excellent internal and external customer service
- Strong project management/organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneously
- Experience with process engineering in both injection and thermoform molding
9. BS in Instrumentation Engineering with10 years of Experience
- Automation experience related to Oil & Gas Control Systems
- Previous Control Room / Terminal Automation experience
- Experience in Terminal management software
- Experience designing, configuring, and troubleshooting process control networks
- Demonstrated experience in project coordination between engineering and field execution teams
- Technical knowledge of Oil and Gas industry terminal programming
- Familiar with the Allan Bradley PLC system.
- Experience in Robotic, Pneumatics, Servo and proficient with Autocad
- Extensive PLC and HMI programming experience: AB SLC500, Contrologix5000, S7, PanelBuilder, RSView and Visual Basic
- Proficient with both PC and sensor based machine vision platforms: DVT, Cognex, Keyence
10. BS in Manufacturing Engineering with 2 years of Experience
- Experience in Software (Python), Robot programming (Fanuc)
- Electrical design and field wiring experience (EPLAN)
- Hands-on experience building, fixing and troubleshooting things using common hand tools
- Experience in diagnostic tools such as multimeters
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment
- Able to work under pressure in the presence of stakeholders
- Experience in electrical design creating schematics for customized automation controls or HMI/PLC programming language experience
- Experience with Rockwell or Siemens technology
- Proficiency in Outlook/Microsoft Office products
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
11. BS in Computer Science with 8 years of Experience
- Have experience with Servo Motion Controls highly
- Have experience with Rockwell Automation, Allen Bradley, Siemens
- Have experience with PLC Programming
- Know Industrial Plant Maintenance, Controls & Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering
- Have strong analytical skills.
- Able to troubleshooting, eliminating control systems issues and manage small to medium size Controls projects.
- Know process control systems, machine control systems
- Know production floor (MES) systems and other systems
- Have on-call availability to offer support to production facilities in the event of Controls emergencies.