Control Systems Engineer
 JLL | |
 United States, Texas, Houston | |
 Dec 14, 2024 | |
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About the Role
The Control Systems Engineer is a proactive automation controls and technical leader focused on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance of conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, SCADA devices, robotic systems and programs while leading teams of Control System Leads and Control System Technicians. Models safety standards and maintains an environment always focused on safety. Leads, trains, and supports Controls System team members as needed to develop individuals' skills and expand team capabilities. Coordinate and plan work activities for the Controls Systems Teams to accomplish network goals and objectives. Understand, maintain, and troubleshoot material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers and industrial networks, such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, ASi Bus, motor control systems, servo drives, variable frequency drives, electrical distribution systems, building maintenance systems, and robotics. Works closely with building leaders to optimize building efficiency and uptime. Demonstrates flexibility to work various shifts and alternative work schedules as needed. Moves throughout the facility extensively during shift to attend equipment and team members as needed. Up to 75% travel. Essential functions include Analyze Material Handling Equipment (MHE) metrics and partner with leaders for system performance issues across all operations. Act as the primary point of contact of escalation support for the Control Systems Team, during and after business hours, to help troubleshoot and repair all hardware or controls software systems within the building. Leverage 3rd party vendor relationships to restore operating systems when needed during critical downtime events. Facilitate Failure Analysis and Incident Review processes. Implement process improvements or retraining to drive operational uptime and equipment efficiencies. Partner with other building Operations leadership, equipment vendors and parts suppliers to plan and coordinate new technology installations. Act as the technical consultant for capital projects inside the building. Utilize data to deep-dive equipment trends and failure points to mitigate operational downtime. Use data to demonstrate production impacts when communicating technical issues and project timelines to key stakeholders. Participate in Automation Engineering (AE) conference calls and coordinate with AE central teams to ensure all required tasks are completed. Identify training opportunities amongst teams and establish plans to address Act as escalation support for Controls Teams during and after business hours 75% minimum travel requirement to support network needs. Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited university Familiarity with programming software such as RSLogix5000 studio, FT View, and other controls software platforms. Systems controls design or programming, systems integration, field service engineering, or systems training experience. Knowledge identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, and modifying motor controls including motor starters, variable frequency drives (VFDs), direct current (DC) drives, and standard electrical components. Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial electrical systems, including 480V 3-phase, 110V AC, and 24V DC systems. Prior leadership experience. Flexibility to work various shifts and alternative work schedules as needed. Must be authorized to work within the hiring country without requiring company sponsorship now or in the future. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of industrial robotics, industrial controls components, and advanced automated equipment, including conveyors and sortation systems and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS). Experience identifying, maintaining, troubleshooting, programming, and designing HMI and control network components. Knowledge identifying, maintaining, and utilizing SCADA systems. Experience interpreting, modifying, and developing mechanical and electrical drawings. Familiarity with robotics work cells and associated control systems. Physical Demands Requires the ability to stand for prolonged periods and walk extensively throughout the facility during shift. Requires repetitive bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, twisting, sitting, standing, and walking Requires lifting parts and tools weighing on average 20 pounds, occasionally weighing up to 49 pounds Requires dexterity in eye/hand coordination, feet (foot pedals) manual (picking, pinching, holding, grasping), and wrist motion (repetitive flexion/rotation) Working conditions may include working at elevated heights, small spaces, dust, fumes/odors, hot/cold temperatures, inside/outside noise, vibration, standing on concrete for long hours and wet or uneven surfaces | |