Controls Designer

Job Description

Job Description

At Paslin we are all about engineering excellence, innovation and vertical manufacturing competence. Our commitment to quality and excellence is evident in every project we undertake. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy creative problem-solving, and are passionate about automation powered by innovation, we’d love to hear from you!

If you’re looking for a place where you can make a real impact, work with awesome people, and grow your career, you’ve come to the right spot. We are seeking a skilled Controls Designer to develop, maintain, and improve automation control systems critical to our production process. The ideal candidate will have expertise in PLC programming (Rockwell or Siemens), electrical design, and troubleshooting to ensure the seamless operation of automation systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, debug, and maintain PLC programs using Rockwell or Siemens programming software.
• Design electrical diagrams following industry Electrical Code standards.
• Interpret and implement customer-supplied specifications in system designs.
• Design pneumatic, electrical, water, and hydraulic circuit drawings for tooling.
• Assist with HMI programming, cycle time enhancements, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Work with robot programmers on I/O configurations.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems as required.
• Provide accurate time tracking for assigned tasks using the ERP system.
• Travel to customer sites for system setup, modification, and issue resolution

Qualifications:

Experience: Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (or 2+ years of work-related experience in lieu of a degree).

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Experience writing and debugging PLC programs using Rockwell or Siemens software.
• Strong understanding of industrial communication networks, robotics, and control systems.
• Ability to design and implement pneumatic, electrical, water, and hydraulic circuit prints using AutoCAD

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge of Electrical Code and experience in machine operation.
• Strong programming, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting skills.

Work Environment : This position operates in both an office and a manufacturing site environment, may be required to work at multiple facilities depending on workload.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, and twist. Occasionally required to lift/push/pull up to 25lbs.

Expected Hours of Work: This position is for regular full-time work and frequently requires extended weekday and/or weekend work.

Direct Reports: This position does not have direct reports.

Travel: Requires travel 25-40%, which may include travel for 2 weeks at a time, with alternating weekends home; install lengths vary from 3 months to a year depending on project size.

What’s in It for You:

• Competitive pay and great benefits. Paslin offers a wide range of benefits including; Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401k Match, Comprehensive Medical Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Life Insurance.
• A chance to grow your skills and your career. Paslin believes in investing in people and offers a variety of development programs with excellent opportunities for individual growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement.
• A supportive, collaborative team and a fun, engaging work environment. Check out our company page on LinkedIn to learn more about our values and see how we give back to our community.

ABOUT THE COMPANY: Founded in 1937, Paslin stands at the forefront of the automation industry. With our roots deeply entrenched in engineering excellence, innovation, and vertical manufacturing competence, we deliver complex automation systems that are tailored to our customer’s ambitions. Our expansive global reach positions us to address diverse automation market needs with both agility and expertise.

Paslin is an Equal Opportunity Employer: It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex (including pregnancy and conditions related to pregnancy), color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, weight, height, religion, age, physical or mental disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, AIDS, HIV, misdemeanor arrest record (not resulting in a conviction), military veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law. Paslin utilizes a consumer reporting agency to obtain consumer reports as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act.