Senior Controls Engineer

About Re:Build Optimation Technology LLC

Re:Build Manufacturing is a family of industrial businesses combining cutting-edge, enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next-generation industrial company. Re:Build leverages deep expertise in operations management and technology to supercharge the performance of its subsidiaries by implementing core technologies across industrial platforms in diversified growth markets. Our goal is to help revitalize the U.S. manufacturing base over the coming decades, creating substantial opportunities for our employees and the communities where we operate.

Re:Build Optimation Technology, LLC is an engineering, design, and fabrication firm in Rochester, New York. We work with customers across many industries to develop and deliver custom industrial skids and custom industrial machines to meet unique requirements. We design and build custom automation solutions to make these systems functional. Optimation is employee-centric and has been named a Top Workplace for the past two years.

If you like a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged with a diverse set of projects, we offer a great deal of variety and empower our staff to take on as much responsibility as they can handle, offering a helping hand and experienced-based coating and the support of a highly competent team. Our goal is to enable our employees to achieve their fullest potential, and through our association with Re:Build, provide avenues for personal and professional growth.

Who we are looking for

Re:Build Optimation is searching for individuals with expertise in Automation Engineering and PLC programming to integrate into our dynamic team. We specialize in designing, constructing, and maintaining industrial manufacturing systems, catering to diverse clients and projects. Our team, comprising a blend of talented engineers and skilled tradespeople, collaborates closely to bring designs to fruition.

What you get to do

• Collaborate with customers, project managers, and team members to define, document, and understand project requirements.
• Design and develop electrical and pneumatic control systems, utilizing AutoCAD Electrical for schematic and drawing development.
• Develop a bill of control materials, solicit vendor quotes, and order parts.
• Architect, write, and debug PLC code with an emphasis on generating organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable code.
• Develop HMI screens that simplify the understanding, operation, and troubleshooting of complex automation projects.
• Lead debugging efforts for hardware and software, including factory acceptance testing and on-site debugging as needed.
• Ensure designs are functional, robust, and cost-effective, adhering to established standards, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Utilize project management skills to maintain project scope, identify scope creep, and meet budget and schedule requirements.
• Participate in design reviews, installations, and service calls, collaborating with the trades and suppliers to resolve design and software issues.
• Update and maintain all relevant documentation, including electrical schematics, flow diagrams, panel layouts, and software requirements.
• Conduct site acceptance tests at customers' facilities as necessary.
• Support the installation of equipment and provide on-site debugging when necessary.
• Adhere to established control standards and procedures.

What you bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Demonstrated industry experience, either in addition to or as a substitute for formal qualifications.
• 10+ years of experience in process automation, machine building, or manufacturing.
• Proficiency in system design using AutoCAD Electrical.
• Expertise in programming and development software, including Rockwell Studio 5000 and Siemens development tools.
• Strong skills in designing, programming, testing, and commissioning control systems such as PLCs, HMI, DCS, and SCADA.
• Experience in process control systems, particularly in food or pharmaceutical industries, is a plus.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and analyze technical procedures and documentation.
• Excellent problem-solving skills to address complex and non-standardized challenges.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting.
• Creative and innovative approach