INTERN OR CO-OP - Controls Engineer

Job Purpose:

• Controls Engineering broadly focuses on automation and controls projects at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This candidate will be highly involved in projects containing:
• Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
• Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs)
• Quality Control System (QCS)
• Motors & Drives
• Instrumentation
• Power Distribution
• Equipment Modifications– Assist in the design and implementation of modifications to equipment to improve efficiency and performance. Activities may include instrument selection, creating electrical wiring drawings, and DCS/PLC & HMI programming.
• Troubleshooting- Diagnose and resolve issues related to control systems and equipment malfunctions through systematic troubleshooting.
• Documentation - Maintain accurate and detailed records of modifications, programming changes, and troubleshooting activities.
• Skill Development
• Controls software, Ladder Logic, AutoCAD, Team Collaboration, Problem Solving/Troubleshooting
• The ideal candidate will be working toward a bachelor’s degree in engineering (preference for Electrical), with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.
• First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

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