Intermediate Controls Engineer @ LAPORTE L.C.C.
placeRaleigh, North Carolina, United States
businessOn Site
Posted 4 days ago
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Intermediate Controls Engineer
LAPORTE L.C.C. is seeking a full-time Intermediate Controls Engineer to join our expanding team in Raleigh, North Carolina, with a hybrid work arrangement. The role primarily focuses on the design, programming, and management of automation projects in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and support design of automation projects and control panels.
- Develop specifications for control panels, networks, and software using Allen-Bradley PLC/PACs and FactoryTalk View ME/SE for HMI and SCADA.
- Translate process or packaging applications into detailed construction packages including drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, and cable schedules.
- Mentor and supervise project team members to enhance collaboration.
- Provide lifecycle support: system design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
- Perform site surveys and offer hands-on support during installation and control system deployment.
- Ensure compliance with codes like UL508A and NEC.
Additional Details:
This role offers competitive salary, compensatory PTO, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that emphasizes professional growth and work-life balance. Occasional travel is expected (20-40%), including initial site visits and commission trips up to 1-4 weeks.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 2-6 years of experience in control systems, manufacturing, or consulting-design environments, preferably in a lead capacity.
- Proficiency in automation project design, control panel/network design, and AutoCAD.
- Experience with Rockwell Automation software—Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000 and FactoryTalk View ME/SE.
- Hands-on experience with electrical construction packages and field surveys.
Key skills/competency:
- Allen-Bradley
- PLC Programming
- FactoryTalk
- SCADA
- AutoCAD
- Control Systems
- Design
- Commissioning
- Electrical Codes
- Mentoring
How to Get Hired at LAPORTE L.C.C.
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight controls engineering expertise.
- Emphasize relevant experience: Detail Allen-Bradley and AutoCAD skills.
- Research LAPORTE L.C.C.: Understand their consulting engineering culture.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Review automation projects and troubleshooting examples.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review Allen-Bradley and FactoryTalk fundamentals.
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Practice AutoCAD for control panel designs.
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Study UL508A and NEC compliance standards.
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Refresh skills in PLC programming with Studio 5000.
Behavioral Questions
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Explain teamwork in complex projects.
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Describe a mentoring success story.
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Discuss handling challenging deadlines.
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Illustrate client coordination under pressure.
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