Position: Industrial Controls Engineer
Location - Maryland
Permanent Full Time position
Job Summary
• The Industrial Controls Engineer will collaborate with both internal and external teams to ensure smooth operations, enhance efficiencies, and implement cutting-edge technologies at export terminals and rolling stock maintenance facilities.
• This role covers a wide range of industrial equipment, including power distribution, conveyor systems, rail car unloading, marine vessel loading, automated production lines, and more.
• The position offers competitive pay with an annual bonus and a monthly geographic stipend.
Primary Responsibilities
• Design and execute projects focused on improving the capability and reliability of equipment at export terminals and maintenance shops, with a strong focus on electro-mechanical controls
• Collaborate with operations teams to schedule proactive improvement activities.
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for machine automation, overseeing the performance and reliability of PLC, VFD, HMI, and SCADA systems critical to production processes.
• Assess reliability and oversee improvements to power distribution systems including 13.8kV primary and 5kV machine power
• Use engineering principles to identify performance indicators and optimize integrated systems involving personnel, processes, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Develop project scopes, establish budgets, create schedules, and determine resource needs for efficient project completion.
• Lead teams to successfully execute projects, ensuring quality oversight and approving expenses and invoices.
• Maintain safety and quality standards throughout project execution.
• Perform miscellaneous tasks and responsibilities as assigned by management.
Preferred Qualifications
• Graduate Degree or higher in Engineering, or a STEM related field.
• 7+ years of experience in machine or system engineering projects.
• Knowledge of Allen Bradley PLCs is highly desirable.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience in Mechanical Operations, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Business/Strategic Management, Skilled Trades (building/construction, electrical, mechanical), or the Military
Knowledge and Skills:
• Proven expertise in managing projects involving electro-mechanical controls, power systems, with structural and civil elements.
• Ability to provide technical support and guidance to field maintenance teams.
• Strong understanding of Company standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to interpret design drawings and specifications and create detailed project estimates.
• Experience in developing AFE packages, including reason and benefit statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and strong time management skills to manage multiple projects.
• Strong financial acumen to manage project budgets and resources effectively.
• Implement work within designated budget and operational parameters
• Develop and coach others with accountability for the safety and performance of others
