Generac

Generac

Controls Engineer II

Waukesha, WI - USA · Mid

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
Customer SupportPLCControlsCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

  • We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most.
  • The Control Engineer also contributes to overall team performance by training/mentoring associates, providing technical assistance, and improving processes and standards.
  • The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

  • include automation controls systems design, PLC/HMI programming, troubleshooting and start up commissioning.
  • Problem solve equipment controls issues and implement improvements
  • Analyze customer requests, understand need, and document in Functional Specification;
  • Translate functional requirements into System Design Specifications;
  • Develop programs to comply with system requirements;
  • Mentor and guide project team members to deliver on the project/program requirements;
  • For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future.
  • The Controls Engineer position oversees the development, execution and delivery of new control system projects as well as maintains existing equipment.
  • Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
  • From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
  • 3 years of experience with programming Industrial controls, PLC's, HMI's, Industrial communication protocols
  • 3 years of experience with PLC, HMI, Drives programming using Rockwell RSLogix/Studio 5000 and FTV view
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls.
  • The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.

Nice to have

  • Experience with Fanuc Robot troubleshooting and support
  • Experience with GE Proficy Suite - Machine Edition and Historian
  • Experience working with and troubleshooting automation equipment in a high uptime environment
  • Solid understanding of Ethernet IP communication configurations and troubleshooting
  • Experience managing technical projects through a project cycle including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, commissioning, and closing phases.
  • Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Skills

  • Working knowledge of Industrial Automation, Engineering, Computer Science or MIS;
  • Ability to safely work in electrical cabinets
  • Ability to establish strong working relationships with both technical and non-technical members of staff;
  • Ability to be hands on with automation equipment and process troubleshooting;
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, dynamic environment;
  • Self-motivated and driven to accomplish company goals.

Benefits

  • Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
  • Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • State-of-the-art facility with an onsite gym, walking trails, café, free parking and many employee activities

Company info

  • Discuss needs with internal customers in a non-technical language;

This listing is sourced directly from Generac's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.