Control Systems Engineer / Programmer

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Ethical Search Professionals
IL, United States

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Web Site: http://www.ethicalsearch.com/

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Title:

Control Systems Engineer / Programmer

Location:

Cedar Rapids, IA 

Salary:

$125,000.00

Job ID:

59977
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Job Description:

WHY YOU MIGHT BE INTERESTED
We are looking for a Control Systems Engineer/Programmer to join our client company's growing team. This is an addition to staff as they are expanding!  This company is a worldwide organization that is #1 in their product category. Very stable and profitable.

WHAT WILL YOU DO
In this role you will be a critical team member for 2 connected facilities in the Cedar Rapids area. Main focus in this role will be engineering new controls and instruments for a major expansion. You will work with the engineering team in the construction and installation of plant controls modifications or equipment / systems additions.  You will also be the primary person for setting up and implementing "back-end code" for newly installed Siemens PLC's that will also need to communicate with the current systems in place (also Siemens). You will report to the Sr Controls Engineer and have one other (junior) engineer on the team.


WHAT WILL IT TAKE TO BE CONSIDERED
  • BS degree in engineering (Chemical, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)
  • Preference for 5 years experience but open to look at anyone that has a solid experience in Siemens PLC programming and installation with expert programming language work with Siemens S7 STL (Statement List) in Step7 V5.x/SIMATIC Manager (not TIA Portal)  we’re really looking for someone really proficient in this language. We also need someone with WinCC V7 (the SCADA version, not TIA Portal) expertise 
  • Experience with ladder logic and C++ 
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to handle critical decision making responsibilities 
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and ensure completion of assignments.
  • The ideal candidate will have strong communication and customer service skills that have been demonstrated throughout their work history.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT
Company offers a solid base pay package with overtime paid, excellent benefits, good vacation package and a small team where you can make an impact.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY: This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship. Applicants must possess unrestricted US work authorization and will not require sponsorship now or in the future.