Lead Controls Engineer Job Listing at Foth in Tunkhannock/Mehoopany, PA

Primary Responsibilities:

• Provide hardware and software design for Industrial Manufacturing projects in consumer products industries


• Provide technical engineering design support for industrial projects and electrical systems including low voltage (600 VAC) power distribution


• Work directly with client to develop scope, resolve conflicts, and strengthen the Foth-Client relationship


• Work simultaneously on multiple project and client teams


• Prepare proposals to include scope definition and estimating engineering hours


• Provide installation and start up support


• Produce high quality project deliverables while working in a collaborative team environment


• Execute and coordinate programming and design of PLC, HMI, VFD and Servo Motion related projects from hardware design and software integration through construction start up


• Lead the development of all project related documentation, schedules, and cost estimates


• Generate design packages and direct CAD resources

All Foth PS Members are expected to:

• Travel as required (domestic and/or international) for field work and/or other client/business objectives


• Demonstrate behavior consistent with Foth Basic Principles and Values


• Work collaboratively and build effective relationships with others


• Communicate effectively across all levels within organization


• Maintain a positive attitude


• Interact with clients on a regular basis

Required Qualifications:

• BS Electrical Engineering


• 10+ years experience with specifying, installing and troubleshooting machine and process controls systems


• 5+ years experience with each of the following platforms; Distributed Controls Systems (DCS), Allen Bradley Control-Logix and PLC5


• 5+ years experience with low voltage (up to 600 VAC) power distribution systems with exposure to: transformers, panel boards, grounding systems and capacitor banks


• Project Management experience


• Previous experience demonstrating strong  oral/written communication


• Previous experience setting priorities and meeting commitments

Preferred Qualifications:

• 15+ years of industry-relevant experience


• Experience with Honeywell DCS (Experion, TDC 3000 or TDC 2000)


• Experience with Medium voltage (up to15 kV) power distribution systems


• Motor Control Center (MCC) experience


• Experience with facilities electrical systems including HVAC, lighting, power, communications, security, fire, supervisory systems, etc.


• Hazardous area classification experience


• Rockwell variable frequency and servo drive experience


• Rockwell software machine level (PanelBuilder or RSViewME) HMI programming experience


• PE

At Foth, we continually strive to provide our members with:

Balance - Foth is organized and operates in a manner that balances the needs of four important contributors to its success: clients, members, suppliers, and the organization itself.  The basic needs of these four entities are fulfilled in a manner that represents a benefit to all parties.

Sense of Belonging - Our members have a sense of belonging to a valued enterprise and contributing to the greater good of our communities and society in general.  We care for each other's well being, and celebrate the technical challenges we overcome together on behalf of our clients.

Part of a Successful Team - Through effective collaboration, our clients, suppliers, individual members, and our organization are all successful.  We are proud of the great reputation Foth has in its markets and its communities.

Professional Personal Growth Opportunities - The organization invests a percentage of its profits in providing members with multiple career advancement and professional development opportunities.  Our career development program provides members a clear line of sight towards future opportunities, effective on-the-job coaching and mentoring relationships, and the member's full partnership in their own development.

Performance-Based Culture - Individual and team contributions are meaningfully recognized.  Compensation is competitive within the market and extraordinary performance is rewarded with career and growth opportunities as well as greater levels of compensation and ownership in the firm.

Dynamic, Learning Environment - The work environment and work schedule support member development and continuous learning.  We value sharing of knowledge, independent thinking in the performance of our client work, and continual improvement in the intellectual capital of all of our members and our organization.

Personal Responsibility - Our members are proud of the quality work produced and take personal responsibility to deliver high quality work according to the commitments we make and actively sustain our values and our culture.

Individual Influence - Our members know how they contribute to the big picture - the flat, center-less structure of the organization allows individuals to be actively involved in setting the direction of their work teams.

Foth is an employer of choice, offering an attractive compensation/benefits package and a formalized professional development program.  If you are committed to making the most of your career with a progressive, values based firm, we look forward to receiving your resume!

All Foth Companies are EEO/AA Employers and all office locations are tobacco-free.