Controls Engineer I
Job Description
Alliance Machine Systems International, LLC, a Barry-Wehmiller company, is seeking a Controls Engineer I for their Spokane, WA location. This entry-level position offers an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge manufacturing technology in the paperboard packaging industry. The role combines software development, electrical engineering, and automation, making it perfect for someone passionate about both programming and hardware systems.
The position involves developing and maintaining control systems for industrial machinery, writing and debugging PLC code, and working with various programming languages including C++ and Visual Basic. You'll be part of a team that designs, implements, and troubleshoots sophisticated control systems for manufacturing equipment.
As part of Barry-Wehmiller, a $3 billion global organization with nearly 12,000 team members, you'll join a company that believes in using business as a force for good in the world. The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k with matching, and bonus opportunities.
This role is ideal for recent graduates with a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, offering hands-on experience in industrial automation and control systems. You'll gain exposure to various aspects of engineering, from software development to hardware integration, while working on real-world manufacturing solutions.
The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $75,000 to $90,000, depending on experience. While it requires on-site presence in Spokane, it provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and development in the industrial automation sector.
Responsibilities For Controls Engineer I
- Prepare and design wiring diagrams and electrical control circuits
- Analyze electrical circuits
- Load software into machines and testing
- Design software using UML techniques
- Write and debug PLC or other higher-language code
- Develop required documentation
- Process Engineering releases and change orders
- Develop and perform test plans
- Provide production shop support
- Perform machine quality inspections
- Assist with machine installations and field troubleshooting
Requirements For Controls Engineer I
- BS degree (EE, CE) or BSET with three years comparable experience
- Experience with PLC and HMI platforms (Allen Bradley, Siemens, Visual Basic)
- Knowledge of electrical schematic design software (ePLAN and PromisE)
- Higher Level Programming Language skills (VB.net, C++)
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Good communication skills
- Ability to travel as needed
- EIT preferred
Benefits For Controls Engineer I
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401K with employer match
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Bonus program
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