Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

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Position Details

Job Title: PLC Controls Engineer II
Location: Traveling 90% of the time
Duration: 6 Months (Possible extension)
Pay Rate: $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Job Description

• 8am–5pm schedule, with some variability

• Interviews via TEAMS Video

• 90% travel to client sites across ~20 U.S. locations

• Weekly expense reimbursement via Misc invoice

• Experience with post and parcel material handling projects strongly

✈️ Travel Clarification

• Base Location: Mason, OH (for onboarding & in-house work)

• Experience: Material Handling, Allen-Bradley PLCs, Post & Parcel

• Schedule: Typically 40–60 hours/week

• Standard Rotation: 10 days onsite, 4 days offsite

• Site Duration: 2–6 weeks, possibly rotating across locations

Role Summary

The PLC Controls Engineer II will commission and test automated material handling systems with high-speed sortation. This role oversees the entire controls scope—budget, schedule, and team coordination—through the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of electrical controls systems

• Manage project scope and technical deliverables

• Develop technical documentation and test plans

• Execute QA/QC, BUAT/UAT/FAT, and onsite commissioning

• Provide training and post-installation support

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams

✅ Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

• 2-4 years in controls engineering within warehouse automation/material handling

Technical Expertise

PLC Programming & Electrical Design:

• Allen-Bradley, Beckhoff

Drives & Interfaces:

• VFD setup, HMI design (Wonderware, Aveva Edge, SCADA)

• Machine vision/scanner integration (SICK, Cognex)

Software & Tools:

• Logix 5000, Studio 5000, RSLinx, FactoryTalk, Aveva Edge

• AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, B&R Automation Studio

• SST Profibus Config Tool, Ignition, SOPAS, Datalogic DataMan

Networking & Protocols:

• Ethernet, Profibus, Warehouse Control Systems

Soft Skills:

• Strong planning & budgeting

• Effective communicator

• Team player with ability to work independently in fast-paced settings

Company DescriptionSelect Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.

Based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilitiesCompany DescriptionSelect Source International (SSI) is a distinguished staffing company with nearly 25 years of experience, renowned for delivering top-tier workforce solutions encompassing staffing, recruiting, and managed services. As a proud supplier, we bring a wealth of expertise and best-in-business differentiators to comprehensively support your diverse workforce needs.\r\n\r\nBased in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, SSI has established itself as a global leader, serving a broad clientele across industries with unwavering dedication and excellence. SSI is ISO 9001, 14001, and Soc2 Type2 certified, underscoring our commitment to quality and security. We have garnered numerous sustainability and supplier awards, further validating our industry-leading capabilities