Controls Engineer 1

Controls Engineer I 

Collaborate, Innovate, Automate 

At Top Hat Engineering we develop software, robotic, and automated technologies for fulfillment and distribution centers. We fuel the backbone of ecommerce and distribution channels by building state-of-the art technologies tailored for the best overall customer experience on the market. We separate ourselves by working collaboratively with our customers to identify and implement innovative solutions to help them drive efficient operations.

If you are interested in leveraging your talents to drive innovation, customer satisfaction, and work on a dynamic team where every opinion matters, please explore the opportunities within our exciting team! 

Position Summary:

The Controls Engineer will help develop, program, and commission automation control systems from concept through implementation. This role involves creating virtual commissioning environments using Emulate3D, developing PLC logic programs from scratch, and designing SCADA and HMI applications within Ignition and FactoryTalk Optix Studio platforms. The Controls Engineer will also design, and document detailed electrical control systems, producing electrical schematics and panel assembly drawings using AutoCAD Electrical.  

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:                                                                                       

• Work with multiple cross functional engineers to bring an idea from concept to reality. 

• Design and develop
  logic programs to support a wide variety of customers. 

• Work closely with cross functional teams to integrate conveyor controls solutions, automated material handling equipment, and autonomous vehicles, amongst other hardware platforms.  

• Ability to provide technical expertise in controls
  software design, development, and deployment. 

• Perform on-site commissioning and testing support. 

• Break down the design into manageable development tasks and to and maintain project schedules. 

• Provide 24/7 remote support when required. 

• Mentor and train less experienced engineers. 

Qualifications 

• Bachelors or Masters in: Controls Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mechatronics Engineering.  

• 2+ years of experience in control systems engineering with a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree. 

Essential Skills Required:  

• Ability to read and debug PLC programs.  

• Ability to read and understand electrical schematics.  

• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting VFD’s.   

• Familiarity
  with: Studio 5000/RSLogix, FactoryTalk View, and AutoCAD. 

• Ability to assist in project definition, specification, purchasing follow-through to installation 

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills in software and hardware. 

• Excellent written and oral communications skills, and strong interpersonal skills. 

• Job will require up to a maximum of 50% travel. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting servo drives.  

• SQL Management experience.  

• Understanding of computer networking concepts and architecture 

• Warehouse operations management experience or experience with warehouse management and/or execution systems. 

Compensation: $90K - $110K Annually