Controls Engineer | Huntsville, AL

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  • Location: Huntsville, AL

  • Company: Kennametal

approximately 8,700 employees are helping customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2 billion in revenues in fiscal 2022. Learn more at . Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Linked In and You Tube. Automation and Controls Engineer Location: Huntsville, AL Responsibilities: Work within a team environment, as well as autonomously.

Be a self-starter to implement a variety of project functions efficiently and professionally. Analyze user/project needs and develop hardware & software solutions Develop written hardware & software specifications Specifying power distribution devices such as wiring, motor starters, thermal overloads, circuit breakers

and fuses, disconnects, transformers Design & program PLC/HMI systems Developing control systems with Wonder Ware, Factory Talk View, Redlion Crimson, and Win CC Developing and troubleshooting control systems for Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs Programming VFDs and servo drives Programming various standalone loop controllers Various process instrumentation to include: thermocouples, RTDs, pressure transducers, I/P control valves, level sensors, limit and proximity switches, current transducers, pressure and flow switches Designing/upgrading/implementing manufacturing equipment into smart factory systems Testing automation systems and control panels Troubleshoot and eliminate control systems issues

and handle controls projects.

Maintain configuration control of current PLC source code, and update to enhance manufacturing processes.

Providing technical support to internal resources & project teams Managing external/contractor automation resources Create & maintain documentation in accordance with company procedures. Comply with Company Standards of Conduct and all relevant statutory requirements. Qualifications: Engineering degree preferred: Electrical, Automation/Controls, Mechanical ENG degree 4+ years of experience in PLC & HMI programming for process control systems Proven track record in PLC & HMI application development Ability to read electrical schematics, panel layouts, interconnection diagrams, P&ID's Knowledge of industrial communication networks and protocols Excellent networking background, understanding of switches, routers, and communications protocols Knowledge of Rockwell Studio 5000 required, other PLC manufacturers a plus Knowledge of HMI programming required, Wonder Ware is a plus Knowledge of power distribution, control systems, and automation.

Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills 480V 3-phase power systems Excellent written and oral communication skills As part of our core values, Kennametal is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all people.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Kennametal Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. As such, it is the policy of Kennametal Inc. to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, age, handicap, disability, marital status, interactionual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, or other protected status, group, or characteristic under federal, state, and/or local law or regulation. It is Kennametal Inc. 's policy to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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