Controls and Commissioning Engineer

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As a Controls and Commissioning Engineer at Viable, you will be responsible for researching, designing, developing, programming, implementing, testing, and commissioning PLC-based control systems. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, and software developers to deliver integrated automation solutions that meet our clients' requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Design and develop mechatronic systems including robotics, motion control, PLC programs, and automation equipment.
• Collaborate with electrical and mechanical engineers to integrate sensors, actuators, and other components into machine designs.
• Develop control algorithms and implement them using PLCs.
• Program and configure HMIs (Human-Machine Interfaces) and SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Troubleshoot and debug hardware and software issues.
• Develop functional design specifications and documentation.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers to design control panel layouts and select components.
• Work closely with project managers to ensure projects are completed within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Perform on-site system integration, testing, and commissioning of automation solutions.
• Troubleshoot and debug control systems, identifying and resolving hardware and software issues.
• Optimize control system performance through data analysis and system tuning.
• Document system designs, specifications, and procedures for reference and future maintenance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience designing and implementing industrial automation and control systems.
• Proficiency in PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and familiarity with PACs.
• Strong understanding of mechatronic system design principles and integration of mechanical and electrical components.
• Experience with robotics programming and motion control systems.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus, CAN, etc.).
• Familiarity with HMI/SCADA software and visualization tools.

The Company:

The Innovation Center by Viable Engineering Solutions is a world-class concept-to-completion center for the industrial market. We take Research and Development to the next level by providing complete all-in-one fast prototyping and non-destructive testing solutions in our state-of-the-art concept-to-completion facility. The Innovation Center is located in Orlando in the heart of the Central Florida Research Park.

Viable Engineering Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.