Controls Engineer

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Title: Controls Engineer
Job ID: 24-00228
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Pay Rate: Highly Competitive Compensation and Bonus Package
Additional Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), company-paid holidays, and more!
Type of hire: Direct

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our team in Oklahoma City. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, development, and implementation of control systems for re-manufactured drivetrain products and manufacturing processes.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop control systems, including PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems, for drivetrain components and assembly lines
• Program and configure PLCs, HMIs, and industrial PCs using various platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Rockwell Automation
• Develop and implement control algorithms and strategies to optimize system performance, efficiency, and reliability
• Conduct system integration, testing, and commissioning of control systems
• Troubleshoot and maintain existing control systems, resolving issues and identifying areas for improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and software engineers, to ensure seamless integration of control systems
• Prepare technical documentation, including control system specifications, programming code, and user manuals

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial control systems design and programming
• Proficient in programming such as Ladder Logic, Structured Text, and object-oriented programming
• Strong understanding of control theory, system dynamics, and industrial automation standards
• Familiarity with communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and Profibus
• Experience with HMI development and SCADA systems
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and documentation skills

GTA Questions :

1. How many years of experience do you have designing and developing control systems, including PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems? Please share a few details as it relates to this role.
2. Please list the education you've completed. What was the degree and what was the month and year you received it? (Ex: Bachelors from ABC University 01/89 & High School Diploma from ABC High School 1/85)
3. Are you currently working? If not, when was your last day of employment?
4. What pay rate are you looking for? (If your required rate exceeds the listed pay rate you may be over qualify for this position, but please share what you would be comfortable with)
5. When would you be available to interview and start this position, if selected?
6. Do you require a visa sponsorship? If you currently have sponsorship, other than a TN visa, please state the type of sponsorship and when it will expire. Please give the month and year. If you are able to receive extensions to the sponsorship, please note how many additional years.

Please note that if you are a current GTA employee or have been placed by GTA at one of our clients, we will not be able to entertain moving you. However, we are hopeful that you may know someone else who is qualified and as such you would still be eligible for our generous referral bonus program detailed below.

REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM:
If you are able to refer a person we do hire, we can offer up to $250 for contractors after they are on the job for 90 days and up to $500 for direct hires after they are on the job between 90 days to 180 days , depending on customer payment terms.