FORTNA
ControlsEngineer-LPS
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“Controls Engineer - LPS at FORTNA. Skills: PLC programming, HMI programming, controls commissioning, industrial communication networks. commissioning of controls for conveyor and sortation systems. implementing site-based controls for new equipment within new or existing customer systems”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure all aspects of a project are considered during both the design and commissioning phases; ensure all aspects of project goals are achieved
Industry & Context.
up to 40-50 % travel to various sites, site-based, typically industrial environment when traveling, use appropriate PPE when traveling, use electrical diagnostic tools when traveling, use electrical implementation tools when traveling
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology, 2-4 years of experience within an industrial controls environment, PLC programming, HMI Programming, Input and output device design and implementation, Industrial communication networks (EtherNet/IP, Devicenet, Profinet, etc. ), Low voltage electrical design and drawing creation, Microsoft 365 - Office Apps
Nice to Have
Rockwell Software preferred, Siemens software a plus, Factory Talk View preferred, Ignition a plus, VFDs preferred, networked VFDs a plus
What You'll Do.
commissioning of controls for conveyor and sortation systems
implementing site-based controls for new equipment within new or existing customer systems
ensure drawings and software are completed
Write and implement machine code
assist in all on-site commissioning efforts
Utilize “Human Machine Interface” (HMI) using commercially available products
Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specifications
Review electrical designs and provide accurate as-builts drawings for approval
commission complex automated systems
provide site engineering support
complete system acceptance testing
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work with other members of the FORTNA Controls group; Work with FORTNA employees, customer representatives and third-party vendors; collaborate and communicate with FORTNA team members, project managers and customers; take direction from Sr. Level Controls Engineers
Communication Scope
professional written and spoken manner
Full Job Description
**FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.** **At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn 't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach. ** The Controls Engineer will be responsible for commissioning of controls for conveyor and sortation systems. This position is focused on implementing site-based controls for new equipment within new or existing customer systems. To support the project scope and schedule, this position will work with other members of the FORTNA Controls group to ensure drawings and software are completed, installed, commissioned, and documented as required. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:** * Write and implement machine code, integrate subsystems, and assist in all on-site commissioning efforts. * Utilize “Human Machine Interface” (HMI) using commercially available products such as Wonderware, RSView, Factory Talk view and Ignition. * Implement PLC and HMI programs to satisfy current design and customer specific
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