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Intermediate Controls Engineer

LAPORTE L.C.C.

Columbus, Ohio, United StatesOn Site

Original Job Summary

Intermediate Controls Engineer

Join LAPORTE L.C.C., a consulting engineering firm with 25 years of business and 25 offices across North America and Europe. We are seeking a full-time controls engineer to contribute to designing, programming, and managing automation projects primarily in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Lead and support the design of automation projects using Allen-Bradley PLC/PACs and FactoryTalk View ME/SE HMI and SCADA.
  • Translate process and packaging applications into detailed construction packages including schematics and wiring diagrams.
  • Mentor and supervise project team members to enhance collaboration and execution.
  • Provide lifecycle project support from design through commissioning.
  • Perform site surveys and hands-on installation support.
  • Ensure adherence to relevant codes such as UL508A and NEC.

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel, typically 1-3 day site visits with extended commissioning trips (20-40% travel overall).

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
  • 2-6 years of experience in control systems and automation projects.
  • Experience in commissioning systems, ideally as a lead.
  • Proficient in AutoCAD, Rockwell Automation software (Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000), and FactoryTalk View ME/SE.
  • Ability to prepare electrical construction packages and to survey existing control installations.

Send in your application and join a supportive environment with competitive salary, compensatory PTO, comprehensive benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Key skills/competency

  • Automation
  • Controls Engineering
  • PLC Programming
  • SCADA
  • Design
  • Commissioning
  • Mentoring
  • AutoCAD
  • Electrical Schematics
  • Project Management

How to Get Hired at LAPORTE L.C.C.

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research LAPORTE's culture: Understand their mission and values.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight controls engineering experience.
  • Prepare project examples: Emphasize automation and design skills.
  • Practice technical questions: Focus on PLC and SCADA topics.
  • Review industry standards: Familiarize with UL508A and NEC.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Allen-Bradley PLC programming basics.
Practice AutoCAD control panel design exercises.
Study SCADA system architecture and troubleshooting.
Learn electrical schematics and wiring diagram standards.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging project you led.
Explain how you mentor team members effectively.
Discuss handling tight deadlines in projects.
Share experiences adapting to new technical tools.