A Controls Engineer is needed for a world leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives in the Alpharetta, GA area. This role involves designing, testing, and commissioning control systems for generator switchgear and engineering processes, with a focus on PLC programming, compliance, and customer collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
location: Alpharetta, Georgia
job type: Contract
salary: $37.67 - 52.74 per hour
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Design, develop, install, and maintain control systems for monitoring and controlling engineering processes.
- Create and follow electrical design schedules from concept to system completion while meeting project deadlines.
- Test, evaluate, modify, and calibrate products and instruments.
- Troubleshoot hardware and process-related issues.
- Analyze plant processes and design improvements to optimize performance.
- Perform technical calculations for design, including electrical requirements and motor controls.
- Ensure compliance with safety objectives, legal standards, and industry regulations.
- Design, test, and commission low and medium voltage switchgear and generator control systems.
- Direct CAD designers in creating wiring and assembly drawings for switchgear controls.
- Proficiency in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, or Structured Text).
- Expertise in at least one PLC platform (Schneider, Allen-Bradley, Woodward, etc.).
- Familiarity with control system design and integration with various PLC controllers.
- Ability to interpret customer specifications and apply them to design platforms.
- Knowledge of NEC, UL, CSA, and ANSI requirements for switchgear controls.
- Understanding of protective relay functions for generator and utility protection.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred, alternatives considered based on experience.
- 5-7 years of experience required, internships considered.
- Master's degree acceptable with 3+ years.
qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Education: Bachelors
skills:
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
