Kasa Companies · 11 hours ago
Senior Controls Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expKasa Companies is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to provide detailed industrial control system designs and ensure their functionality. The role involves designing electrical schematics, debugging control systems, and working closely with project teams and customers to ensure successful project completion.
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Responsibilities
Provides detailed industrial control system drawings and factory test panels for proper functionality
Designs work including electrical schematics, power circuit and control circuit sizing and loading, SCCR calculations, thermal Calculations for control panels, and control panel interior & exterior design and layouts
Follows Kasa design & sizing procedures as well as NEC (NFPA 70) and UL508A requirements and any other project specific code requirements
Yellow lines electrical schematics to Q.C. or review the content and design. Assist with and perform formal electrical drawing Q.C. and procedure
Follows document control procedures for revisions, submittals, and Kasa design process flow
Writes, enters and documents PLC programs and HMI programs
Industrial network configuration and setup for different communication protocols
Debugs and tests control systems at the customer's facility (start-up/stand-by)
Understands various PLC ladder logic and HMI programming systems
Orders parts as required
Works alone or with project team and communicate well with the project lead and or project manager
Writes operations manuals, user manuals, O&M manuals, etc
Designs lockout placards
Develops checkout and validation forms for Factory Acceptance tests and on-site commissioning and all required documentation on projects per the Kasa Process Manual
On-site startup and commissioning of systems. May involve 10 to 20 hour shifts per day as required to meet specific start-up schedules
Turns in all required Kasa paper work each week when in the field or on start-up
Assists with shop control panel Q.C. procedures when needed
Attends and actively participate in project meetings
Basic level of understanding of UL508A for industrial control panels
Understands and follow Kasa Engineering Process Manual procedures
Responsible for ensuring the quality of goods and services to both internal and external customers
Manages small jobs, typically requiring a single engineer
Effectively engages with customers as needed on projects
Designs automation control panels
Starts-up a system without assistance
Develops data structures, program efficiencies, upper level programming for system control, monitoring and status displays
Read a Scope of Work for a system and have an understanding of what is required or be able to ask logical questions of the PM/PE to get clarification
Creates parameter files for DeviceNet Cards, VFDs, ArmorStarts, and other devices as applicable
Helps direct, coordinate, and assist with planning, organizing, control integration, and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate
May act as the project lead engineer
May assign or delegate work to project personnel to specific phases or aspects of project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans, and product testing. Be responsible for all delegated work and verify designs of all delegated work. Also track and be able to report out to management personnel on status of all work flow and who is where on work
Works with the customer on design details for the project, reports discrepancies to the project manager
Reviews all engineering and designs for compliance with engineering principals, company standards, and customer contract requirements, and related specifications
Establishes and maintain communications with customers and/or end users to ensure that system design is following system requirements
Monitors job process as per required schedule and report to Project Manager during the course of the project, on staffing needs, overtime requirements, etc
Communicates with project team when opportunities or needs for training in the engineering department are recognized
Responsible for following work orders and procedures as determined by the Quality Managements Systems standards for ISO 9001
Reads a Scope of Work and compares it to quote so they can understand what was quoted vs. what was purchased. When major discrepancies are discovered the PE should know to bring this to the attention of the PM
Directly and appropriately communicates with the customer, end user, project team, etc
Maintain project scope of work and watch out for project creep or doing work beyond the project scope that we should be getting paid to do
Exemplifies Kasa Values including Teamwork, Integrity, Relationships, Play, Improvement, Perseverance, Conscientiousness and Excellence
Demonstrates Kasa’s Behavioral Norms including Be Present, Speak Your Truth, Attend to Safety & Be Open to Outcomes
Complies with all safety policies and procedures
Complies with all attendance standards and company policies
Other duties as assigned
Directs controls engineers on same project(s)
Sits in meetings and discuss situations with mentor afterwards. This would include dealing with customers and co-workers
Ability to be the field supervisor on jobsite as assigned. Lead a start-up team and attend all meetings and report out to project manager and team
Make sure team turns in all required paperwork and documentation
Qualification
Required
Provides detailed industrial control system drawings and factory test panels for proper functionality
Designs work including electrical schematics, power circuit and control circuit sizing and loading, SCCR calculations, thermal Calculations for control panels, and control panel interior & exterior design and layouts
Follows Kasa design & sizing procedures as well as NEC (NFPA 70) and UL508A requirements and any other project specific code requirements
Yellow lines electrical schematics to Q.C. or review the content and design. Assist with and perform formal electrical drawing Q.C. and procedure
Follows document control procedures for revisions, submittals, and Kasa design process flow
Writes, enters and documents PLC programs and HMI programs
Industrial network configuration and setup for different communication protocols
Debugs and tests control systems at the customer's facility (start-up/stand-by)
Understands various PLC ladder logic and HMI programming systems
Orders parts as required
Works alone or with project team and communicate well with the project lead and or project manager
Writes operations manuals, user manuals, O&M manuals, etc
Designs lockout placards
Develops checkout and validation forms for Factory Acceptance tests and on-site commissioning and all required documentation on projects per the Kasa Process Manual
On-site startup and commissioning of systems. May involve 10 to 20 hour shifts per day as required to meet specific start-up schedules
Turns in all required Kasa paper work each week when in the field or on start-up
Assists with shop control panel Q.C. procedures when needed
Attends and actively participate in project meetings
Basic level of understanding of UL508A for industrial control panels
Understands and follow Kasa Engineering Process Manual procedures
Responsible for ensuring the quality of goods and services to both internal and external customers
Manages small jobs, typically requiring a single engineer
Effectively engages with customers as needed on projects
Designs automation control panels
Starts-up a system without assistance
Develops data structures, program efficiencies, upper level programming for system control, monitoring and status displays
Read a Scope of Work for a system and have an understanding of what is required or be able to ask logical questions of the PM/PE to get clarification
Creates parameter files for DeviceNet Cards, VFDs, ArmorStarts, and other devices as applicable
Helps direct, coordinate, and assist with planning, organizing, control integration, and completion of engineering projects within area of assigned responsibility by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate
May act as the project lead engineer
May assign or delegate work to project personnel to specific phases or aspects of project such as technical studies, product design, preparation of specifications and technical plans, and product testing
Be responsible for all delegated work and verify designs of all delegated work
Also track and be able to report out to management personnel on status of all work flow and who is where on work
Works with the customer on design details for the project, reports discrepancies to the project manager
Reviews all engineering and designs for compliance with engineering principals, company standards, and customer contract requirements, and related specifications
Establishes and maintain communications with customers and/or end users to ensure that system design is following system requirements
Monitors job process as per required schedule and report to Project Manager during the course of the project, on staffing needs, overtime requirements, etc
Communicates with project team when opportunities or needs for training in the engineering department are recognized
Responsible for following work orders and procedures as determined by the Quality Managements Systems standards for ISO 9001
Reads a Scope of Work and compares it to quote so they can understand what was quoted vs. what was purchased
When major discrepancies are discovered the PE should know to bring this to the attention of the PM
Directly and appropriately communicates with the customer, end user, project team, etc
Maintain project scope of work and watch out for project creep or doing work beyond the project scope that we should be getting paid to do
Exemplifies Kasa Values including Teamwork, Integrity, Relationships, Play, Improvement, Perseverance, Conscientiousness and Excellence
Demonstrates Kasa's Behavioral Norms including Be Present, Speak Your Truth, Attend to Safety & Be Open to Outcomes
Complies with all safety policies and procedures
Complies with all attendance standards and company policies
Directs controls engineers on same project(s)
Sits in meetings and discuss situations with mentor afterwards. This would include dealing with customers and co-workers
Ability to be the field supervisor on jobsite as assigned
Lead a start-up team and attend all meetings and report out to project manager and team
Make sure team turns in all required paperwork and documentation
Completes Industrial Safety and lock out/tag out
Completes company LEAN training and participates in Kaizen events as needed
Understands Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements and how it applies to this position as determined by ISO 9001 and to facilitate continuous improvement
Completes Kasa Process Manual training
Completes UL508A basic training
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from four-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook required
High School diploma/GED required
Ability to interpret a variety of instruction, either written or verbal, diagram or schedule
Maintains an acceptable driving record (MVR)
Ability to read, write and speak English
Ability to communicate effectively with peers and subordinates in a one-on-one and/or group setting
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, and dimensions
Ability to work with fractions and decimals, converting them back and forth
Ability to work independently as well as within a team
Ability to multi-task in a high pace environment
Organizational skills and attention to detail a must
Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize time and various projects
Ability to work with confidential data
Skills in organization, prioritization and time management
Work under stress to meet project deadlines and minute attention to detail
Work with customers that are demanding and at times have unrealistic expectations
Preferred
Two years controls engineer experience preferred
PLC hardware and programming experience preferred
Prior experience in the conveyor, material handling or related industries desired
Experience with GuardLogix or PanelView desired
Company
Kasa Companies
Since 1974, Kasa has been providing turnkey industrial controls and automation engineering expertise to a variety of manufacturers including the automotive, grain handling, food processing, baggage handling, parcel/e-commerce, and heavy/industrial equipment industries.
51-200 employees
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