Project Electrical and Controls Engineer - Consumer Products Manufacturing

The Foth Companies
United States, Pennsylvania, Mehoopany
Oct 24, 2024
Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients' toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth. Foth Production Solutions, LLC is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Project Electrical and Controls Engineer who has a desire to contribute to our clients' success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities for career growth. This position will be working out of our Mehoopany, PA location. Primary Responsibilities: Work at an on-site manufacturing environment to support plant operations and engineering initiatives Hardware and software engineering for new and retrofit industrial projects and electrical systems including low voltage (600 VAC) power distribution, network communications, line control, and motion control Programming, design, and updating of PLC, HMI, VFD, and Servo Motion related projects from hardware design, software integration through construction support and project start-up Specification of components to achieve client requests Modifications or upgrades to existing control systems as specified by the client Direct designer level resources Provide installation and start up support, could include nights and weekends Work simultaneously on multiple projects and client teams Work directly with client to resolve conflicts and strengthen the Foth-Client relationship Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent technical experience 8+ years of recent experience with specifying, installing, and troubleshooting machine and process controls systems Required Recent Experience with the Following: Rockwell Studio 5000 and FactoryTalk View HMI systems Low voltage (up to 600 VAC) power distribution systems with exposure to facilities electrical systems including: HVAC, lighting, power, communications, security, fire, supervisory systems, transformers, panel boards, grounding systems, capacitor banks, etc. Ethernet and/or ControlNet communications VFD and motor control NEC/NFPA 79 Electrical Standards Preferred Qualifications: Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain 5+ years of industry-relevant experience General machine safety experience Preferred Recent Experience with the Following: Rockwell variable frequency and servo drives Distributed Controls Systems (DCS) Honeywell Experion configuration/programming Historian Product programming experience (Wonder Ware, Intellution, Proficy) Motor Control Center (MCC) specification and design Medium voltage (up to 15 kV) power distribution systems Robotics Vision Systems Networking Hazardous area classification Copy/paste the video link below in a new browser to watch/learn more about the Electrical and Controls Engineer role at Foth: https://youtu.be/s3AbUlatbJY Why Foth: Established Reputation : With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned. Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate. Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.