Principal Controls Engineer

JLG Industries, Inc. i
McConnellsburg, United States of America
1 month ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 154K

Job location

McConnellsburg, United States of America

Tech stack

Computer Vision
Communications Protocols
Control Panels
Digital Technology
Ethernet
Health Information Management
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
Modbus
Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT)
Software Engineering
SQL Databases
Test Case Design
Virtual Machines
Build Management
Operational Systems

Job description

  • Act as Subject Matter Expert in factory controls while leading factory control systems projects interfacing with Digital Technology and Operations teams
  • Able to lead PFMEAs in collaboration with project team members
  • Design and build control panels
  • Read/Write/Solution PLCs, SCADA (Ignition), HMIs, and other controls systems
  • Facilitate test case development and implementation
  • Develop and enforce a standard operating procedure (SOP) for project startups, ensuring that all necessary equipment and documentation are prepared and reviewed in advance
  • Perform startups, customer/end user training, and field troubleshooting
  • Perform equipment upgrades and retrofits, as required
  • Level 3 support for the plants on control systems
  • Responsible for schematic creation, controls layouts, BOM creation and other design documentation ensuring accuracy and maintain as-built drawings
  • Responsible for electrical drawing approvals
  • Ensure thorough documentation of all work, including technical details, changes, and project progress
  • Conduct regular debriefs to discuss project progress, challenges, and ensure corrective actions are taken
  • Define standard components list, electrical standards and programming standards
  • Travel up to 20%

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in one of the following: Electrical Engineering; Electronics Engineering; Software Engineering; or Related Field
  • Five (5) or more years of relevant experience., * Experience with electrical and automation components, circuits, standards, and common practices
  • Significant experience solutioning & developing code on controls systems including PLCs, SCADA & HMIs
  • Experience with Rockwell PLCs, VFDs, and Ignition EDGE
  • Understands communication protocols such as EtherNet/IP, Modbus TCP/IP, MQTT, Profinet, Modbus RTU, and others
  • Competent in SQL - reads/writes
  • Basic understanding of networking
  • Adept at safety controllers and circuits
  • Experience with virtual machines and operating systems
  • Understands Servo drives and motors
  • Machine Vision and Robotics experience
  • Leadership skills with a strong emphasis on proactive management and clear, timely communication
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good interpersonal skills, motivated and team player
  • Detail-oriented with an emphasis on planning, documentation, and follow-up
  • Able to adapt to changes in priorities and stay organized in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
  • Performs well under pressure and tight deadlines

Benefits & conditions

The following represents general working conditions for this role. Specific conditions may vary depending on business needs and individual circumstances.

  • This role combines office-based administrative duties with physical activity in field or production environments.
  • In the office setting, tasks may require extended computer use, sitting, and attending meetings.
  • Field or floor work may involve walking across various terrains or shop floors, standing, moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), climbing stairs, and exposure to varying temperatures or noise levels.
  • Must be able to shift focus between detailed cognitive work and occasional physical tasks as needed.
  • Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities to support performance across both office and field responsibilities.

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Pay Range: $92,600.00 - $154,400.00

The above pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target pay for the position across all U.S. locations. Within this range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, education and skills, as well as the equity of pay among team members in similar positions. Beyond offering a competitive total rewards package, we prioritize a people-first culture and offer various opportunities to support team member growth and success.

About the company

JLG began in 1969, when our founder, John L. Grove set out to resolve growing safety concerns in the construction industry. Since then we have been committed to understanding the challenges and delivering innovative solutions to the access market. We partner with customers to provide quality equipment, training opportunities and trusted support within the access industry. We are a global company, and our products-including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles and accessories-can be found all over the world., Certain positions with Oshkosh Corporation require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations or the Export Administration Regulations. Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons," as defined in these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

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