Principal Controls System Engineer (Onsite)
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Job description
The Principal Controls System Engineer is responsible for PLC and HMI code best practices/development/maintenance, robotics and automation projects from conception to implementation, SCADA system development, Ignition based interfaces, industrial networking, and database solutions., * The Principal Controls System Engineer will monitor and perform routine diagnostic checks on automated systems, troubleshoot problems, and repair issues to reduce safety risk, improve throughput, and other metrics through the use of controls and automation systems.
- As part of the team, the Principal Controls System Engineer will install, maintain, and replace systems throughout the production process for all control systems.
- Troubleshoot component parts, including motion sensors, control components, photosensors, and other vital technology.
- In addition to maintaining smooth operation, will operate be the subject matter expert (SME) for leadership and key decision-makers, delivering reports on current System Control capabilities and future opportunities., Please ensure the role type defined below is appropriate for your needs before applying to this role. This position is classified as:
Onsite: Employees who are working in Onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products.
Candidates will learn more about role type and current site status throughout the recruiting process. For onsite and hybrid roles, commuting to and from the assigned site is the employee's personal responsibility.
As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science and 8 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, network design, SCADA system design, project management or a related work environment OR a Master's Degree and 5 or more years of experience in an engineering, manufacturing operations, network design, SCADA system design, project management or a related environment
- Experience in a production environment, particularly as it relates to industrial control technology
- Experience with Rockwell Studio 5000/Allen Bradley, Inductive Automation Ignition, Fanuc, Cognex, and other industrial software and brand utilization
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, * Engineering degree in Automation, Robotics, Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical
- Knowledge of traditional and non-traditional manufacturing (isothermal forging, spray coating, heat treat, and ultrasonic inspection) techniques to produce disks and industrially available technologies
- Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, experience with Kaizen events or experience with a continuous improvement program (CORE, 6S, etc.)
- Experience with root cause analysis
- Experience with SmartSheet or other data and project management tools
Benefits & conditions
3.83.8 out of 5 stars Midland, GA $107,500 - $204,500 a year - Full-time, Pulled from the full job description
- Parental leave
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account, The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.
Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance.
This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.
RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.
RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.