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AMSTED RAIL COMPANY Controls Engineer (Night Shift) - CONTR005632 in Keokuk, Iowa

Principal Activities/Objectives:

  • Design and develop value added HMI/SCADA applications based on project requirements and application strategy
  • Specs and builds physical equipment associated with data collection efforts.
  • Provides engineering support to operations in the troubleshooting, rebuilding and repair of electrical equipment and automated systems
  • Design, develop and deploy machine and gauge control systems; integrated automation including robotics and servo controls; HMI systems; and data collection systems, according to company design standards
  • Provides complete project management for new machine and system modifications, installations and upgrades.
  • Maintains a high level of personal and professional knowledge of related technologies and manufacturing systems.
  • Performs other assigned duties as determined by the manager
  • Provide training as required for plant personnel in operation of the HMI and SCADA equipment
  • Advanced understanding of networks and ability to troubleshoot common outages and system communication issues

Job Knowledge/Skills and Experience:

  • BS in electrical engineering, industrial automation, computer science, computer engineering, or equivalent professional qualifications
  • Experience with HMI, SCADA, PLCs, and general control system design
  • Design, deployment, and testing experience with Allen Bradley controls
  • Experience with Invensys/Wonderware InTouch, System Platform, or comparable systems a plus.
  • Experience with FactoryTalk View ME/SE programming preferred
  • Experience with MS SQL Server and SQL Server Reporting Services
  • Industrial Manufacturing experience is preferred
  • Familiarity with OPC server software; Kepware preferred
  • Fluent in editing and developing PLC programs
  • Knowledge of PC and server configurations and administration
  • Able to deliver complete and accurate electrical system drawing packages

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity

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