Automation Controls Engineer

GENERAL

• Proven project management skills required to define, scope, schedule, develop, and coordinate automation electrical and control systems projects of varying sizes and importance from conception through completion
• Inter‑departmental communication as needed for project scope, project implementation, system breakdown response and continuous improvement
• Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) in English
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Computer software:
  Microsoft Office, Project

• 7+ years of programming experience using the following Rockwell Automation products:
• Control Logix
• Compact Logix
• Factorytalk View
• Factorytalk Viewpoint
• Studio 5000 Logix Emulate
• Studio 5000 Logix Designer
• Proven ability to create UDT structures and AOI routines in the Control Logix Program
• Proven ability to integrate an HMI with a PLC(s) using UDTs and AOIs
• Proven ability to install Factorytalk View software on an HMI computer and create the HMI screens
• Ability to develop the PLC logic and HMI screens for an integrated HMI/PLC system using the Sanders standard logic and object library
• Microsoft SQL server or other database experience

• Proven ability to design a PLC system including PLC hardware selection and control component selection (switches, sensors, transmitters and etc.)
• Proven ability to design and commission a PLC control panel
• Read, create and maintain single line diagrams, electrical control schematics and P&
• Ability to create/modify drawings with 2D CAD (AutoCAD Electrical)

• 7+ years of experience working with controls systems (HMIs and PLCs) in a manufacturing/industrial environment
• Experience with electrical "hands on troubleshooting of electrical components using process meter
• Experience with PLC logic troubleshooting as needed to resolve breakdown issues

Bachelor of Science in Engineering is

Required:

Electrical (BSEE) or Mechanical (BSME)

Sanders Companies is a recycler of used batteries and a secondary smelter and supplier of lead to the battery manufacturing industry. Used batteries are broken into their core components of lead, acid and plastic, all of which are recycled onsite, either at Sanders Companies or KW Companies—one of the world's largest plastic recycling companies. Recycled and refined lead is returned to the battery manufacturers for use in automotive and industrial battery manufacturing operations.

Located in Troy, AL, the company also operates a vertically integrated trucking company and employs 1800 people at multiple locations. Troy, AL is located in south central Alabama, approximately 50 miles south of Montgomery, AL and 60 miles north of Dothan. Troy, AL is also home to Troy University, a public institution comprised of a network of campuses and 17,000 students throughout Alabama, seven other states and worldwide.

Troy University provides a variety of educational programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including doctoral programs. Home of the Troy Trojans, the university also provides Division 1 athletic events like college football, basketball, baseball and others.