Controls Engineer
Mankato, MN, US, 56001-1613
CHS Inc. is a leading global agribusiness owned by farmers, ranchers and cooperatives across the United States that provides grain, food and energy resources to businesses and consumers around the world. We serve agriculture customers and consumers across the United States and around the world. Most of our 10,000 employees are in the United States, but today we have employees in 19 countries. At CHS, we are creating connections to empower agriculture.
Summary
CHS has an exciting opportunity in our Global Grain and Processing Group. We are looking for a Controls Engineer to join our growing team in Fairmont, MN. You must be a self-starter, organized and detail oriented with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written and able to work well independently.
This role is onsite in Fairmont, MN.
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, document and troubleshoot process control PLC’s, computers, servers, networks and programs for all Oilseed Processing facilities.
- Participate in the selection and installation of process controls and computers with interface to control instrumentation.
- Create and maintain plant data collection and reporting systems.
- Program Allen Bradley / Rockwell PLC’s in ladder logic and using AOI’s, create and maintain equipment tag database and configure HMI screens.
- Maintain documentation and records for the process control and computer systems.
- Understand and draw electrical wiring diagrams.
- Collaborate and work with outside vendors, contractors, production and engineering.
- Provide on call 24/7 after-hours support on an as needed basis.
- Perform work in a combination of both office and industrial environments depending on project needs.
- Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.
- Perform other responsibilities as needed or assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in computers, electronics and PLC’s with a full understanding of interface between field instrumentation, PLC’s and computers
Additional Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with Rockwell Historian/OSI Pi, PTC Thingworx and VantagePoint data collection and reporting systems
- Experience with other controls systems including DeltaV and Foxboro
- Experience with SQL database administration
- Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio and .NET programming
- Experience with field instrumentation, AutoCAD and Allen Bradley PLC programming
- Advanced knowledge of plant construction and ability to effectively manage medium to large sized projects
- Familiar with construction and consulting organizations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to travel up to 30% travel with potential for extended periods of time on location
- Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.
CHS offers a competitive total rewards package. Compensation includes base wage and, depending upon position, may include other earnings such as bonus, incentives and commissions. Actual pay offered will vary based on multiple factors which may include, without limitation, experience, education, training, specialized skills and certifications.
Benefits include medical, dental, vision, wellness programs, life insurance, health and dependent care savings accounts, paid time off, 401(k), pension, profit sharing, short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement and adoption assistance, subject to the eligibility requirements for each benefit plan.
CHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability.