Controls Automation Engineer

Job Title:

Controls Automation Engineer

Location: Carlsbad CA (Hybrid/Onsite role)

Pay: $72.00 an hour

Position Type: Possible contract to hire opportunity

Experience: 5-7 years experience in PLC programming (Specifically Siemens Products)

At MilliporeSigma, they are at the forefront of life sciences, working tirelessly to tackle the industry's toughest challenges. By collaborating with the global scientific community, they strive to enhance health access worldwide. Their mission is clear: to equip scientists and engineers with top-notch lab materials, technologies, and services, making research and biotech production simpler, faster, and more successful. With a dedication to shaping the future of drug development, they’re with our customers every step of the way, pioneering tomorrow's possibilities.

Job Statement

Develop machine control and human machine interface software for EMD equipment. Participate in engineering, testing, startups, and service visits.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

In the project phase, the individual is responsible for:

· Developing the machine code in Siems PLC system as well as Human Machine Interface (HMI), software so that equipment functions as specified.

· Testing software modifications to the extent possible prior to delivery (shop test).

· Participating in or leading start up activities at customer site including:

• Checkout of electrical, Siemens PLC and HMI portions.
• Commissioning of equipment such that specifications are met.
• Deliver technical training to customers' operators and/or maintenance personnel as needed
• Making return trips to the site to eliminate warranty issues or address customer needs

In the product life cycle phase, the individual is responsible for:

• Deliver technical training to customers' operators and/or maintenance personnel as needed

Internal and external interfaces

This position interacts with other internal engineering groups, with vendors and suppliers, as needed. May interact with Procurement / Purchasing groups, Applications, or Product Managers.

Authority

This position has no direct reports / managerial responsibilities. Acts under the director of the department manager.

Qualifications and experience

A must have minimum of 5 years of Siemens PLC and HMI Programming. Detailed knowledge and experience of industrial automation products and process control, preferably within the chemical industry.

Skills and abilities

EXAMPLES:

• Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a team environment.
• Competent verbal and written communication skills.
• Manage multiple conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible and available to interact with team members as required
• Self-directed and motivated.
• Take initiative to identify and anticipate customer needs and make recommendations for implementation.
• This position will be hybrid for portions of time depending what phase of the project implementation.

REQUIRED:

• Strong Siemens PLC and HMI programming skills.
• Understanding of Electrical and process diagrams/schematics.
• Understating fluid systems and pneumatic systems including valving and transmitters.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance, including long periods of standing during recruitment/job fairs. Movement through plant environments.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Visual acuity is required to read and produce accurate materials.
• Use of keyboards, telephones, copiers, fax.

This company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to his/her Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because he/she made a good faith report of discrimination.