Control Engineer

: AC Controls has been providing superior products and services since 1960 for process and combustion applications, offering systems integration services, combustion & process control systems, and distribution of industrial instrumentation, controls, and valves to the process and power industries in the southeast. SUMMARY The Control Engineer position is responsible for configuring, programming, starting up, and commissioning custom control systems based on plans and specifications. Responsibilities also include troubleshooting and re-configuring defective configurations, performing scheduled maintenance, performing warranty work, providing phone and field technical support, and suggesting system improvements, modifications, etc. to existing systems. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work within the following Configures / Programs:
  • Boiler and Boiler Plant control systems, both BMS and Combustion Control
  • Chiller Plant control systems
  • Kiln and Furnace control systems
  • Other process control systems
  • Batch processes
  • SCADA Systems
  • HMI Systems
• Work with various hardware, including Honeywell HC900 Controller, Honeywell ControlEdge PLC, Honeywell LX Controller, Allen-Bradley PLCs, as well as other Industrial Controllers.
• Utilize various software, including Honeywell Experion HS software, Redlion Crimson software, Iconics software, and other SCADA software systems.
• Coordinate design and programming activities with other departments.
• Assist in testing control system configurations.
• Assist activities to validate and commission control systems during the factory acceptance test (FAT).
• Provide on-site training to customers as needed.
• Suggest system improvements, modifications, etc. to the Project Manager.
• Assist in sales and proposal development.
• Perform warranty work.
• Complete documentation for assigned tasks.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Familiarity and experience with types of control systems described above.
• Ability to tune various control loops to meet control system requirements.
• Ability to use Digital Volt/Ohm Meters and transmitter simulators.
• Understanding of Ethernet Network Systems and Interfacing Control Systems to these Networks.
• Proficiency with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs as applied to Utility or Process controls at a minimum and Honeywell HC900 a plus.
• Skills with any HMIs and SCADA to demonstrate the ability to learn others. Redlion and Iconics experience a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and AutoCAD.
• Excellent customer service skills, both internally and externally.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills including, but not limited to, the ability to relate technical terminology to customers, listen effectively, and solicit input from others.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

• Two-year (2) degree in a related technical field or related work experience.
• Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years related work experience desired.