Controls Engineer - Wilmington,

RESPONSIBILITIES: This position requires the Controls Engineer to conceptualize, detail and implement control systems for industrial processes and machinery that meet our clients requirements. This involves the development of a control system architecture, selecting the components to be used, detailing schematic diagrams and system documentation, programming controllers (PLC, DCS, RTU), programming the process visualization (HMI/SCADA), developing databases for archiving/displaying historical system data, and implementing/commissioning the control system at the clients facility. Knowledge of controller programming languages such as Ladder, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text and others to achieve the desired results is required. Also having knowledge of standard programming languages such as VBA, .NET and SQL for the development of HMI/SCADA systems is preferred. For larger systems, experience with industrial networking used to connect control system components and instrumentation is preferred. The Controls Engineer may design, detail and implement a variety of fiber, wired and wireless systems using industrial protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Modbus, etc.).The ideal candidate must have a diverse engineering skill set with the ability to work independently. Will act as a technical contributor on projects both as part of a collaborative team and independent contributor based on the size/scope of the project. May act as technical lead on projects and guide junior engineers and technicians. Could also act as Project Manager on smaller projects.

QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical/Control Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science is required.5+ years with capabilities in below areas is preferred: An in-depth understanding of PLC hardware/software platforms such Rockwell Automation. An in-depth understanding of HMI/SCADA hardware/software platforms such as Rockwell Automation, Inductive Automation Ignition In-depth understanding of DCS hardware/software platform such as Emerson DeltaVWorking knowledge of field instruments used in process control systems Familiar with electrical schematics, including power distribution under 480VAC, control panels and applicable NEC standards Proficient in automation protocols such as HART, Foundation Fieldbus, Traditional I/O, Profibus, Ethernet I/P, OPC, Modbus TCP/IPStrong leadership and client relation skills Familiar with S88 Batch Familiar with relevant regulatory requirements of the life science industry such as cGMP, 21 CFR Part 11, etc. Familiar with GAMP5, System and Software Development Life Cycles methodologies, validation Familiar with databases such as SQLProfessional references, preferably one from each of the following: a peer and a manager Ability to travel up to 25%Physical Demands of Position: Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, lifting, climbing, ability to mount and dismount equipment, pushing, and pulling

Working Conditions: Standard office environment, On-site office environment, and diverse industrial environments. Frequent PC usage, fax machines, copy machines, phones.