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Job Title Controls Project Engineer Job Description Controls Project Engineer II Vanderlande’s Controls Engineering Department is responsible for the designing, programming, commissioning, and testing of material handling systems for our customers. This is an entry level position, as a Controls Project Engineer II, you will be responsible for commissioning /testing, the design of both small- and large-scale material handling systems that integrate hardware and software components. This position emphasizes PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers) aspects of the system; however, SCADA (supervisory control and data acquisition) activities may also be included as part of the job responsibilities. Key Responsibilities: Configure component level devices Perform device level testing in support of PLC commissioning Perform device level testing in support of SCADA commissioning Document device level testing for PLC and SCADA commissioning (commissioning Checklist) Perform zone level testing in support of PLC commissioning Perform zone level testing in support of SCADA commissioning Document zone level testing for PLC and SCADA commissioning (commissioning Checklist) Assist with area level testing in support of PLC commissioning Assist with area level testing in support of SCADA commissioning Document daily progress of assigned tasks Manage punch lists (electrical / mechanical) Monitor and document the progress of subcontractors Follow all safety requirements at the jobsite Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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