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Controls Hardware Engineer

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LJ Inc. is a leader in providing cutting-edge industrial, commercial, and residential turn-key solutions and dedicated to delivering exceptional services to our valued customers. With a strong commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a trusted name in the industry.

Our team is comprised of talented professionals who are passionate about what they do. We believe in providing our employees with the necessary tools, resources, and support to excel in their roles and reach their full potential.

At LJ Inc, we strive for excellence in everything we do. We embrace new technologies, methodologies, and industry trends to stay ahead of the curve. Our commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction sets us apart and drives our success.

Join our team and become part of a company that values your skills, knowledge, and contribution.

Job Summary:

The

Controls Hardware Engineer

is responsible for the design, documentation, and the building of standard and customized industrial control systems for Automation Equipment. This position requires a strong technical ability in the fields of controls and electrical design and is for a motivated individual who enjoys a variety of responsibility. A drive to learn and expand skills and responsibilities is a must.

Primary Functions and Responsibilities

Documentation of electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and cooling systems (i.e.: schematics, ladder diagrams, etc.)

Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality, and reduced cost

Must have knowledge and experience using AutoCad to design controls and electrical hardware specific to customer project requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Standard industrial panel designs & components

Wiring methods

Power distribution wiring

Communications layout

Voltage levels and types and their isolation

MS Office Suite

Fieldbus Technologies (ex: Ethernet, IOLink)

Machine labeling syntax of electrical wiring, components, hoses, etc. and how to document this information in the schematics

Component sizing and wiring

Interfacing and communication with devices; analog, fieldbus, etc.

Risk Analysis

Minimum Qualifications

One or more of the following:

3 years of on the job working in AutoCAD and Excel

3 years of on the job work experience in controls design, primarily focused in Industrial Automation

Understand and able to apply CE, UL, NFPA, RIA, etc. electrical requirements and standards to designs

Knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and how these systems interact

Ability to adapt to/learn new controls technology and software

Ability to work effectively and efficiently with minimal supervision

Understanding and communicating technical details

Special Position Requirements

Requires excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to find ways to work under pressure and still make deadlines without cutting corners or endangering the integrity of the equipment and/or the employer as a whole.

Willingness to participate in internal training to expand technical background

Organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, taking on several projects at once.

Capable of reading electrical drawings in JIC as well as IEC standards

Requires ability to interact professionally with other departments, customers and suppliers

Ability to analyze problems, specify solutions and implement solutions.

Work Environment

Operation in a professional office environment as well as machine build environment

Expectation of an average of 40 - 50 hours per week

Ability to travel up to 5%

Ability to work in a standing position for long periods

What we offer:

Competitive compensation

100% company paid health insurance for employee and dependents

100% company paid dental and vision for employee and dependents

401k with 3% company match

Overtime after 8 hours

PTO and vacation time

And much more!

LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY

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