Senior Controls Engineer @ LAPORTE L.C.C.
placeRochester, New York, United States
businessOn Site
Posted 3 days ago
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Senior Controls Engineer
We’re seeking a full-time controls engineer to join our expanding team at LAPORTE L.C.C. and contribute to the design, programming, and management of automation projects in the pharmaceutical and food & beverage industries. With 25 years in consulting engineering, 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees, LAPORTE offers a supportive work environment emphasizing professional growth and work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Lead and support automation project design, focusing on control panels, networks, and software (Allen-Bradley PLC/PACs, Factorytalk View ME/SE HMI, and SCADA).
- Translate applications into detailed construction packages including schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel drawings.
- Mentor and supervise project team members to enhance collaboration and execution.
- Provide lifecycle project support including design, troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning.
- Perform site surveys and support control system installation.
- Ensure compliance with codes such as UL508A and NEC.
- Engage in diverse projects to sharpen engineering and project management skills.
Travel
Travel typically involves 1-3 days for site visits and extended trips for commissioning (20-40% travel overall).
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 6+ years of experience in control systems, manufacturing, or consulting-design environments.
- Proficient in design, client coordination, and bid package preparation for automation projects.
- Skilled in control panel design, network design, and control system programming.
- Experience with AutoCAD and electrical construction packages.
- Hands-on experience with Rockwell Automation software including Studio 5000/RSLogix 5000 and FactoryTalk View ME/SE.
Join Our Team
Send us your application today. We look forward to meeting you and discussing how you can contribute to automation projects at LAPORTE L.C.C.
Key Skills/Competency
- Automation
- Control Panels
- PLC Programming
- SCADA
- FactoryTalk
- AutoCAD
- Project Management
- Team Mentoring
- Compliance
- Site Surveys
How to Get Hired at LAPORTE L.C.C.
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research LAPORTE L.C.C.'s culture: Understand their engineering focus and values.
- Tailor your resume: Highlight control systems and automation project experience.
- Emphasize technical skills: Detail your proficiency in Rockwell and AutoCAD.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss project leadership and compliance.
📝 Interview Preparation Advice
Technical Preparation
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Review Rockwell Automation programming basics.
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Practice AutoCAD control design exercises.
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Study UL508A and NEC compliance codes.
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Refresh skills in electrical schematics.
Behavioral Questions
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Describe a challenging project situation.
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Explain your teamwork in previous roles.
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Share leadership experiences in managing teams.
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Detail conflict resolution strategies effectively.
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