Controls Engineer

Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

Date Posted: 06/11/2025 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 484016 Industry: Manufacturing Job Title: Controls Engineer Job Location: Alpharetta, GA, USA, 30005 Work Model: Onsite Shift: 8 am to 5 pm Employment Type: Temporary FT/PT: Full-Time Estimated Duration (In months): 10 Min Hourly Rate ($): 45.00 Max Hourly Rate ($): 48.00 Must Have Skills/Attributes: Control Design, Electrical Circuit, PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) Experience Desired: ExpDe::Develop low/medium voltage switchgear for generator paralleling. (Yrexp::5 yrs); ExpDe::Customize PLC software/hardware templates for control systems. (Yrexp::5 yrs); ExpDe::Ensure compliance with UL, NEC, CSA, and ANSI standards. (Yrexp::5 yrs); ExpDe::Write and validate PLC code for generator synchronization. (Yrexp::5 yrs) Required Minimum Education: Associate degree Preferred Education: Bachelor’s Degree Job Description Preferred Education • Bachelor’s degree in electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering or Associate''s with experience. • Note: Internships do not count toward experience. Required Technical Skills: • Proficiency in IEC 61131 languages (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text). • Experience with at least one major PLC platform • Schneider Electric (Momentum, M340, M580) • Allen-Bradley (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) • Woodward (MSLC, DSLC, EasyGen, LS5) • Ability to design, test, and commission generator paralleling systems. • Experience integrating multiple PLCs from different manufacturers. • Knowledge of UL 508, UL 891, UL 1558, UL MV, NEC, CSA 22-2, ANSI. • Ability to interpret customer specs and apply regulatory requirements. Preferred Skills • Experience with protective relays (generator/utility protection). Soft Skills • Problem-solving – Debugging complex control systems. • Time management – Handling multiple projects simultaneously. • Communication – Clear verbal/written skills for team/customer interactions. • Leadership – Mentoring junior engineers and guiding CAD designers. Job Responsibilities • Develop low/medium voltage switchgear for generator paralleling. • Customize PLC software/hardware templates for control systems. • Ensure compliance with UL, NEC, CSA, and ANSI standards. • Create bills of materials (BOMs) in ERP systems. • Guide CAD designers for wiring/assembly drawings. • Support production teams during manufacturing. • Write and validate PLC code for generator synchronization. • Interface with communication protocols (Modbus, Ethernet/IP, etc.). • Test and commission systems in-house or on-site. • Work with cross-functional teams (procurement, production). • Provide technical direction to purchasing for component sourcing. • Mentor junior engineers and review designs. Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered. Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements. Benefits: For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website. California Pay Equity: For information and details on pay equity laws in California, please visit the State of California Department of Industrial Relations' website here.

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