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Trew . TREW is a provider of Automated Equipment, Control Systems and Warehouse Execution Software. As a Controls Engineer III, you will design and implement electrical controls systems for automated material handling equipment. This is project/application-based work that includes development of specifications, review electrical drawings, and creation of PLC/PAC logic. Project design and testing will take place in the office. Completed work is installed and tested at the clients’ facility. Duties / Responsibilities
Meeting with both client and internal project teams to define applications and produce description of operation documents Lead training/mentoring of co-op personnel and junior engineers on design process, system commissioning, and department method Lead small to medium sized projects by defining and issuing work to assigned team members; work independently with minimal supervision Lead large sized projects to execute design per project requirements with minimal supervision Define and maintain a project schedule and ensure milestones are met Define and maintain the project forecast for resources, materials, and expenses Meet or exceed the financial budget for resources, materials, and expenses Direct and assign teammates and priorities to meet project needs Generate project specific documentation using standard company formats Review electrical design and communication architecture diagrams, providing feedback to electrical engineers Design interfaces to devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, camera/laser scanner ID systems and scales Customize standard products to meet project requirements Configure interfaces to WCS or WES software systems Use automation programming software to create PLC programs for automating machinery Configure standard PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data Generate new PLC programs, methods and standards Develop application programs to control automated equipment based on electrical and mechanical design and operational requirements Create application programs for HMI screen design Conduct in-house preliminary testing and onsite testing of the system as installed at the customer’s facility Interact with mechanical and electrical engineering during project design reviews Work closely with electrical, mechanical and software engineers to integrate project solutions Participate in and lead design reviews with project teams Perform on-site technical checkout, often with installation teams Perform on-site system commissioning at client sites to validate controls software Provide customer training and support during project turnover to the end user Provide continuing support for finished projects Ensure all project checklists and ‘as-built’ documentation are complete and archived at project completion Assist engineering leadership in completing workflow processes and updates to workflow instructions Report project status to project managers and department supervisor/manager Direct assigned team in the field and assign priorities consistent with project requirements Identify methods and tools that improve department efficiency Required Skills / Abilities
Ability to multi-task and maintain deadlines while ensuring quality in a collaborative, team-oriented environment Self-motivated, with the ability to operate independently and with minimal supervision Good organizational and leadership skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient with MS Office Software including Word, Excel & Outlook Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Windows operating systems Knowledge of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical Advanced knowledge of RSLogix/Studio 5000 Knowledge of 480vac 3-phase power Knowledge of 120vac and/or 24VDC controls circuits Advanced knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC/PAC Controllers or similar automation controllers Advanced knowledge of ladder logic, structured text, function block or other high-level programming languages Knowledge of safety PLCs and safety systems or similar a plus Advanced knowledge with industrial control systems including PLC and HMI systems Proficient with industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP & AS-Interface Ability to read and understand system layouts, schematics and other controls system drawings Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting using various hand tools and meters Education & Experience
Bachelors of Science Degree (or pursuing degree) from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), Computer Science (BSCS), Computer Engineering (BSCE), Computer Engineering Technology (BSCET) or equivalent experience Minimum of 5-7 years of experience designing industrial controls systems Experience with material handling equipment controls; industry experience preferred but not required Work Environment
Ability to work effectively in a warehouse and/or construction environment for system testing Climbing ladders and moving around on platforms to maneuver in and around equipment Flexibility to travel, often via air with the ability to travel 30-40% on a calendar year to job sites both domestically and abroad; travel may include weekends and/or holidays Ability to work non-traditional hours that may include nights, weekends and/or holidays Physical Requirements
Capable of working in a construction site environment (no air conditioning, dusty, loud etc.) and following all site safety rules such as wearing PPE Ability to frequently move about the work site to access equipment and remain standing or stationary for extended periods Trew EEO Statement
Trew and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
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Join to apply for the
Controls Engineer III
role at
Trew . TREW is a provider of Automated Equipment, Control Systems and Warehouse Execution Software. As a Controls Engineer III, you will design and implement electrical controls systems for automated material handling equipment. This is project/application-based work that includes development of specifications, review electrical drawings, and creation of PLC/PAC logic. Project design and testing will take place in the office. Completed work is installed and tested at the clients’ facility. Duties / Responsibilities
Meeting with both client and internal project teams to define applications and produce description of operation documents Lead training/mentoring of co-op personnel and junior engineers on design process, system commissioning, and department method Lead small to medium sized projects by defining and issuing work to assigned team members; work independently with minimal supervision Lead large sized projects to execute design per project requirements with minimal supervision Define and maintain a project schedule and ensure milestones are met Define and maintain the project forecast for resources, materials, and expenses Meet or exceed the financial budget for resources, materials, and expenses Direct and assign teammates and priorities to meet project needs Generate project specific documentation using standard company formats Review electrical design and communication architecture diagrams, providing feedback to electrical engineers Design interfaces to devices such as network I/O, variable speed drives, camera/laser scanner ID systems and scales Customize standard products to meet project requirements Configure interfaces to WCS or WES software systems Use automation programming software to create PLC programs for automating machinery Configure standard PLC programs for real-time control of automated equipment and collection of diagnostic and production data Generate new PLC programs, methods and standards Develop application programs to control automated equipment based on electrical and mechanical design and operational requirements Create application programs for HMI screen design Conduct in-house preliminary testing and onsite testing of the system as installed at the customer’s facility Interact with mechanical and electrical engineering during project design reviews Work closely with electrical, mechanical and software engineers to integrate project solutions Participate in and lead design reviews with project teams Perform on-site technical checkout, often with installation teams Perform on-site system commissioning at client sites to validate controls software Provide customer training and support during project turnover to the end user Provide continuing support for finished projects Ensure all project checklists and ‘as-built’ documentation are complete and archived at project completion Assist engineering leadership in completing workflow processes and updates to workflow instructions Report project status to project managers and department supervisor/manager Direct assigned team in the field and assign priorities consistent with project requirements Identify methods and tools that improve department efficiency Required Skills / Abilities
Ability to multi-task and maintain deadlines while ensuring quality in a collaborative, team-oriented environment Self-motivated, with the ability to operate independently and with minimal supervision Good organizational and leadership skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proficient with MS Office Software including Word, Excel & Outlook Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Windows operating systems Knowledge of AutoCAD and AutoCAD Electrical Advanced knowledge of RSLogix/Studio 5000 Knowledge of 480vac 3-phase power Knowledge of 120vac and/or 24VDC controls circuits Advanced knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC/PAC Controllers or similar automation controllers Advanced knowledge of ladder logic, structured text, function block or other high-level programming languages Knowledge of safety PLCs and safety systems or similar a plus Advanced knowledge with industrial control systems including PLC and HMI systems Proficient with industrial communication networks such as Ethernet/IP & AS-Interface Ability to read and understand system layouts, schematics and other controls system drawings Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting using various hand tools and meters Education & Experience
Bachelors of Science Degree (or pursuing degree) from an accredited college or university in Electrical Engineering (BSEE), Electrical Engineering Technology (BSEET), Computer Science (BSCS), Computer Engineering (BSCE), Computer Engineering Technology (BSCET) or equivalent experience Minimum of 5-7 years of experience designing industrial controls systems Experience with material handling equipment controls; industry experience preferred but not required Work Environment
Ability to work effectively in a warehouse and/or construction environment for system testing Climbing ladders and moving around on platforms to maneuver in and around equipment Flexibility to travel, often via air with the ability to travel 30-40% on a calendar year to job sites both domestically and abroad; travel may include weekends and/or holidays Ability to work non-traditional hours that may include nights, weekends and/or holidays Physical Requirements
Capable of working in a construction site environment (no air conditioning, dusty, loud etc.) and following all site safety rules such as wearing PPE Ability to frequently move about the work site to access equipment and remain standing or stationary for extended periods Trew EEO Statement
Trew and its companies are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status. Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Seniority level
Mid-Senior level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Engineering and Information Technology Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Trew by 2x
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