Controls Engineer (Siemens and Allen Bradley)

Reno, Nevada Electrical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringElectrical Engineering 22 days ago

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Commissions and validates PLC-controlled automation systems integrating robotics, vision, motion, dispensing, pneumatic, and industrial communication technologies.

Job Requirements

  • Siemens PLC commissioning experience
  • Allen-Bradley PLC commissioning experience
  • Experience troubleshooting Ladder Logic and Statement List programming
  • Experience validating and configuring industrial I/O and control devices
  • Experience with stepper motors, servo systems, pneumatic cylinders, valves, vacuum generators, sensors, and actuators
  • Experience validating communication between PLCs
  • Knowledge of Profinet, Anybus, and EtherNet/IP communication protocols
  • Experience reading electrical schematics and control-panel drawings
  • Experience troubleshooting low-voltage and high-voltage control cabinets
  • Experience performing mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
  • Experience with industrial state-machine logic
  • Experience integrating PLCs with robots, vision systems, and automated equipment

Preferred Skills

  • Experience with Siemens S7 or comparable Siemens automation platforms
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix or CompactLogix platforms
  • Experience with SAP or Manufacturing Operating System communications
  • Experience with automotive or high-volume manufacturing automation
  • Experience with Tesla-specific state machines or automation standards
  • Experience with Keyence 3D vision systems
  • Experience with profilometers using XG-X controllers
  • Experience with FANUC robots and FANUC iRVision
  • Experience with automated adhesive, sealant, or two-part dispense systems
  • Experience with servo-driven rotary equipment and dispense heads
  • Experience supporting equipment startup, production launch, and customer acceptance

Job Responsibilities

  • Commission Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLC-controlled automation equipment
  • Power on and validate automated machinery and control systems
  • Troubleshoot Ladder Logic and Statement List programs
  • Validate PLC state-machine sequences and equipment operating modes
  • Configure and verify digital, analog, and networked I/O
  • Validate sensors, actuators, light curtains, motors, servos, pneumatic devices, and vacuum systems
  • Configure and troubleshoot Profinet, Anybus, and EtherNet/IP communications
  • Validate communication and data exchange between PLCs
  • Integrate PLCs with manufacturing systems and production software
  • Configure and validate Keyence 3D vision applications
  • Set up and validate profilometer systems using XG-X controllers
  • Power on, master, and commission FANUC robots
  • Perform robot internal I/O checks
  • Validate communications between FANUC robots and PLCs
  • Touch up robot positions and motion points
  • Validate robot and PLC handshakes
  • Configure and validate FANUC iRVision applications
  • Commission pneumatic pump and automated dispensing systems
  • Configure servo-driven rotors and dispense heads
  • Validate controlled two-part material dispensing processes
  • Troubleshoot low-voltage and high-voltage electrical cabinets
  • Diagnose mechanical, electrical, network, motion, vision, and controls issues
  • Review electrical prints, I/O documentation, network drawings, and system specifications
  • Support equipment startup, debug, cycle testing, and production validation
  • Document software changes, test results, faults, and commissioning status


Pay Details: $40.00 to $60.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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