Field Engineer, Controls

Company Overview: Are you a results-driven problem-solver, eager to positively change the world? Do you believe that climate change is the biggest issue facing us today? Then the Biomason team needs you! Biomason is leading the global transition to plant-friendly construction by employing biology to produce cement. Since 2012, we have used microorganisms to grow sustainable, structural biocement® in ambient temperatures, harnessing the power of biotechnology to reinvent traditional cement and offer a planet-friendly alternative. We are seeking dedicated, passionate, and hard working individuals to become part of our ever-growing team.  Join Biomason and help us end the world's dependence on carbon-emitting construction materials. Let's change the way we build!

Biomason is privately held and headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina.  For additional information, please go to the company’s website at www.biomason.com. We offer a rich benefits package with medical, dental, vision, 401k retirement matching, and more! 

Position Summary: Biomason is seeking a full time Field Controls Engineer. This Field Engineer will serve as a bridge between Biomason’s technology transfer from our research and development teams in the United states, to commercial production partners in Denmark. The Field Controls Engineer is primarily responsible for design, specification, commissioning, and support of prototype and industrial automation equipment and data systems at Biomason’s manufacturing partner site(s).  This position reports to the Senior Manager, Systems Engineering and works collaboratively with R&D, Process Engineering, and External Parter/Integrator teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university 

• 3+ years of technical, experience in automated fluidic or conveyance industrial systems - Mechanical & Electrical 

• Experience with PLC software, remote IO, and other hardware such as analog process sensors

• Experience with different programming styles including, but not limited to ladder logic, structured text, function block, and HMI design

• Hands on experience with remote device networking via Ethernet IP

• Hands on experience with variable frequency drives/motor controls

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Adaptable to changing company goals and directions, with the ability to shift tasks and projects quickly

• Ability to understand and develop system P&IDs and other controls documentation such as IO maps and process sequence documentation

• Demonstrates strong data collection, and documentation management

• A strong team player who can self-manage

• Comfortable working in a demanding, fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication skills in English. Danish a plus

• Able and willing to travel for up to 80%
  
  

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Hands on experience with high and low voltage wiring and circuit design (24VDC to 480VAC), and PID control loops

• Mechanical and Technical Fabrication skills

• Experience in Python or other programming experience outside of PLC

• Experience in Database design and management with SQL and structures such as PostegreSQL

• Experience with serial communications both RS232 and RS485
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Designs, selects, manages, programs, and commissions automation equipment applied in prototype and manufacturing processes, including electrical systems and panels

• Pursues on-going manufacturing process improvements, maintaining and repairing existing equipment and facilities applying detailed root cause analysis

• Supports operations by making decisions according to real time data to ensure the process is performing as expected with troubleshooting and corrective actions

• Researches, designs, builds, tests, and implements machines, instruments, controls, and/or robots, including developing and programming control systems and process monitors from scratch

• Implement and maintain quality control methods, HMI, and SCADA syste