Automation Controls Technical Designer III
Company: Clark Nexsen
Location: Macon
Posted on: September 23, 2024
Job Description:
DescriptionWe are seeking an Automation Controls Technical
Designer III who will perform numerous Controls Engineering-related
tasks, including but not limited to assisting with the assessment,
development, installation, implementation, commissioning,
monitoring, and maintenance of custom control systems in heavy
industrial or manufacturing facilities.
Join us if you are looking for the following!
- Innovative Culture: We are not afraid to challenge the status
quo and embrace new ideas. You will have the opportunity to
contribute your creative insights and be part of a team that is
constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
- Collaborative Environment: Collaboration is at the heart of
everything we do, and we do it with a smile! You will work closely
with talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, leveraging each
other's strengths to deliver exceptional results, all while
enjoying the journey together.
- Exciting Projects: Get ready to work on exciting projects that
will challenge and inspire you. From cutting-edge designs to
sustainable construction practices, you will have the opportunity
to be involved in projects that are shaping the future of the A/E/C
industry, all while having fun along the way.
- Professional Growth: We are committed to helping our team
members grow both personally and professionally. You will have
access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance
your skills and advance your career, all within a supportive and
enjoyable work environment.
General responsibilities include but are not limited to the
following:
- Performing various aspects of automation controls design
including the understanding, use, and development of
automation/control logic, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
programs, and graphics for human-machine interface (HMI),
electrical schematics, Piping & Instrumentation Diagram
(P&ID's), and wiring diagrams.
- Designing and programming industrial control systems (ICS)
including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote I/O
systems, remote terminal units (RTUs), and human-machine interface
(HMI) components.
- Working collaboratively within project teams including
electrical engineers, control system programmers, information
system programmers, manufacturing representatives, suppliers,
purchasers and other client representatives to design, develop,
manufacture, install, and deliver integrated automation controls
solutions and processes.
- Assisting, as directed, with the management of the mechanical
portion of projects, and working with assigned project managers, to
meet client's budget, contract fees, goals, objectives, and
deadlines.
- Providing check-out, operational testing, commissioning,
start-up, and calibration of controls systems at customer sites,
coordinating with the firm's building commissioning services as
appropriate.
- Providing assessments, troubleshooting, maintenance, redesign,
and end-user training services to assist client in reaching
equipment utilization and operational goals.
- Recommending equipment operational parameters, technical
specifications, calibration requirements, and spare parts
recommendations.
- Preparing, reviewing, and updating Standard Operating
Procedures for the automated equipment and systems.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant health and safety regulations
and Clark Nexsen's quality control policies and procedures
- Performing construction phase services including representing
the firm on-site, answering RFI's, reviewing shop drawings,
preparing as-builts, etc., as directed.
- Working with, responding to, and taking direction from project
managers, PICs, Operations Directors, and Senior
Management
- May act as a lead or first-level supervisor when
necessary
- Ability to travel is required
Education, Technology and Experience
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required and 7-18
years of specific project experience in the design and
installation, including start up and commissioning of Automaton
Controls systems and knowledge of applicable
codes/standards.
- An Associate's Degree in a field of study related to automation
controls systems; or a Certificate in a field of study related to
automaton controls systems are preferrable.
- Additional consideration will be given to candidates with
experience of Automation Controls design experience in one or more
of the following types of design projects:
- Design Build projects
- DOD and Military facilities
- Membership in ISA (International Society of
Automation)
- The following certifications or accreditations are also
desirable:
- CAP - Certified Automation Professional
- CCST - Certified Control Systems Technician
- CIMM - Certified Industrial Maintenance Mechanics
- NICET certificate for Industrial Instrumentation
An Automation Controls Integrator should be able to effectively
utilize current company software programs for word processing,
e-mail, accounting, and information management.
Working familiarity with design and production software to a point
of being able to understand the capabilities and limitations of the
programs and interact with the support staff in their use of the
software is highly desirable.
Typical software programs currently being utilized are as
follows:
- MS Office
- Outlook
- Visual Basic
- Rockwell Automation's Allen-Bradley RSLogix programming
software (RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, and RSLogix 5000)
- Siemens Simatic Step 7 engineering software (S7-300, S7-200,
and S7-1200 series modular controllers programming)
- Other programming software for Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
modules and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- CIP-based programming protocols for networks including
ControlNet, DeviceNet and EtherNet/IP
- Modbus-based communications protocols
- AutoCAD
- Autodesk Plant Design Suite Standard
- AutoCAD P&ID
- AutoCAD Electrical
- Autodesk Revit
- Other Building Information Modeling and 3D modeling
software
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Performing various design services, including Conceptual
Studies, Process flow diagrams, P&IDs, instrument selection,
Control Panel Design with minimal direction from supervising
staff.
- Coordinating and commissioning all aspects of industrial
controls design and installation as requested by the Design Manager
or Project Engineer.
- Developing project schematic designs, design development
designs, and construction documents
- Complying with quality control policies and procedures
- Providing support services during the bidding process,
i.e.
- Performing construction phase services including representing
the firm on-site, answering RFI's, reviewing shop drawings,
preparing as-builts, etc. as directed
- Working with, responding to, and taking direction from senior
engineers and project managers
- Possess excellent communication skills.
- Possess technical precision and creative design
skills.
- Have a client-oriented attitude with a desire to provide
outstanding professional services
- Performing work with a high degree of latitude and handling
complex issues with expert level of subject matter
- Providing leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring
- Performing work under minimal supervision referring only the
most complex issues to higher-level staff
- Be dedicated to his or her professional development as well as
the success of colleagues and the firm
Physical Requirements
Work is often performed in an office setting but can require
portions of the work to be performed in a manufacturing facility.
The work area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. This position may
require extended periods of standing, sitting, as well as some
repetitive movements, bending and lifting of minimal weight.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform essential functions.
Workplace Flexibility
We have selected two common days in the office to nurture
collaboration and innovation and to support learning and growth
through engagement with colleagues. We are asking everyone to be
present on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day that
will provide additional flexibility and be set between you and your
supervisor (with consideration given to your project team members
and clients). Our hope is that this schedule will offer the
work-life balance that is desired by all, while providing
consistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and
mentorship.
Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Together we discover, inspire, and shape ideas that transform our
world. We design for a greater purpose. Our culture results from a
collective effort to innovate and inspire, to support and
challenge, to impact and transform. Great ideas are the result of
collaboration between individuals with diverse backgrounds,
perspectives, and passions. Our process advances communities
through discovery and design. We believe ideas have the power to
change the world.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other
manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they
have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the
pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have
access to the compensation information of other employees or
applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot
disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals
who do not otherwise have access to compensation information,
unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or
charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding,
hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the
employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to
furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Keywords: Clark Nexsen, Macon , Automation Controls Technical Designer III, IT / Software / Systems , Macon, Georgia
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