Controls Engineer (Overhead Crane Systems)

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      "text": "Key Responsibilities",
      "content": "<div>\n<h4><strong>Controls Design &amp; Development</strong></h4>\n\n<li>Design and develop&nbsp;<strong>electrical control systems</strong>&nbsp;for overhead cranes and material handling equipment</li>\n<li>Create and review&nbsp;<strong>PLC programs, HMI interfaces, and control logic</strong>&nbsp;for crane motion systems</li>\n<li>Develop detailed&nbsp;<strong>electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts</strong></li>\n<li>Select and integrate components such as&nbsp;<strong>VFDs, relays, sensors, and safety systems</strong></li>\n<li>Ensure compliance with&nbsp;<strong>CMAA, NFPA 70 (NEC), and ASME B30 standards</strong></li>\n\n<h4><strong>System Integration &amp; Commissioning</strong></h4>\n\n<li>Lead and support&nbsp;<strong>installation, commissioning, and startup</strong>&nbsp;of crane control systems</li>\n<li>Configure and troubleshoot&nbsp;<strong>PLCs, VFDs, and communication networks</strong></li>\n<li>Perform system testing, validation, and performance optimization</li>\n\n<h4><strong>Troubleshooting &amp; Support</strong></h4>\n\n<li>Diagnose and resolve&nbsp;<strong>complex electrical and controls issues</strong>&nbsp;in crane systems</li>\n<li>Provide technical support for&nbsp;<strong>field service teams and maintenance personnel</strong></li>\n<li>Assist with system upgrades, retrofits, and modernization projects</li>\n\n<h4><strong>Collaboration &amp; Continuous Improvement</strong></h4>\n\n<li>Work closely with&nbsp;<strong>mechanical engineers, project managers, and technicians</strong></li>\n<li>Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers or technicians</li>\n<li>Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance system reliability and efficiency</li>\n\n</div>"
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      "text": "Required Qualifications",
      "content": "<div>\n\n<li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)</li>\n<li><strong>5+ years of experience</strong>&nbsp;in controls engineering, preferably in overhead cranes or heavy industrial systems</li>\n<li>Strong experience with:\n\n</li><li><strong>PLC programming</strong>&nbsp;(Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar)</li>\n<li><strong>HMI/SCADA systems</strong></li>\n<li><strong>VFDs and motor control systems</strong></li>\n\n\n<li>Ability to design and interpret&nbsp;<strong>electrical schematics and control systems</strong></li>\n<li>Experience with&nbsp;<strong>industrial communication protocols</strong>&nbsp;(Ethernet/IP, Modbus, etc.)</li>\n<li>Strong understanding of&nbsp;<strong>crane motion control (hoist, trolley, bridge)</strong></li>\n<li>Familiarity with&nbsp;<strong>CMAA, NEC, and ASME standards</strong></li>\n\n</div>"
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      "text": "Preferred Qualifications",
      "content": "<div>\n\n<li>Experience with&nbsp;<strong>crane automation, anti-sway systems, or load monitoring systems</strong></li>\n<li>Background in&nbsp;<strong>system integration and commissioning in industrial environments</strong></li>\n<li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li>\n<li>Ability to work in&nbsp;<strong>industrial settings and at heights when required</strong></li>\n<li>Excellent communication and teamwork skills</li>\n\n</div>"
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