RoviSys

Independent control system integration and automation

Rolling Mill Drives Engineer

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAurora, OH, USA

About the Job

Requirements

Five to seven years of experience in automation or a related field.
Ability to perform technical and managerial responsibilities.
Ability to communicate professionally with customers and colleagues to present ideas, accomplish goals, and solve problems.
Ability to guide a project with little supervision and guidance.
Proven ability to manage small projects from start to finish.
Ability to author proposals and change orders for new and repeat business through relationships.
Thorough understanding of control system design and coding.
Hands-on experience with current programmable logic controller (PLC) or distributed control system (DCS) platforms.

Responsibilities

Work directly with customers and the team to define functional requirements and design, configure, and commission control systems and software programs for drive coordination and control, from single-motor applications to multiple coordinated drive systems.
Lead teams of engineers and technicians to provide control system solutions.
Collaborate with engineers and designers, partners, and clients to deliver control systems for process manufacturing.
Analyze customers’ drives, control systems, and critical processes using engineering and industry knowledge.
Use test equipment to start up, commission, and repair drive and control equipment, including analog and digital systems, low- and medium-voltage AC/DC systems, standalone and coordinated drive systems, and PLC controllers in steel, paper, chemical, and other heavy industries.
Define and implement PLC and DCS configurations.
Test, commission, and qualify control systems on site.
Mentor less experienced engineers.
Develop engineering standards to improve project execution efficiency and accuracy.
Provide technical sales support to the business development team.

Desired Qualifications

A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Engineering Technology.
Knowledge of electrical design fundamentals.
At least five years of field engineering experience installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining coordinated drives and controls equipment, including Allen-Bradley, ABB, Siemens, GE/TMEIC, and Toshiba equipment.
At least five years of field design experience working with drives and controls equipment.
Understanding of DC and AC drives, control methodology, variable-speed drives, and PLC and DCS interfaces.
Programming and application knowledge in steel rolling and processing, including gauge and tension control, hot mills, cold mills, galvanizing lines, pickling lines, and tension leveling lines.
Background in PLC and drive programming and troubleshooting, and understanding of communication protocols such as DLAN, ISBUS, Profibus, and BACnet.
Understanding of electrical power distribution as it relates to variable-speed-drive operability and reliability.
Awareness of process safety and good documentation practices.

Overview

Works directly with customers and RoviSys team to define functional requirements and design, configure, commission control systems & software programs for specific aspects of Drive Coordination and Control from single motor application to multiple and coordinated drive systems

Responsibilities

Lead teams of engineers and technicians to provide control system solutions
Work in team environment with engineers and designers from RoviSys, partners and clients to provide state of the art Control Systems to improve efficiency, product quality, and profitability of process manufacturing
Utilize engineering and industry knowledge to analyze customer’s drives, control systems and critical processes
Utilize a variety of test equipment to start-up, commission and repair Drives and Control equipment, such as, but not limited to: analog and digital, LV / MV AC / DC, standalone and coordinated drive systems as well as PLC
Controllers in Steel, Paper, Chemical and other heavy industries
Define and implement programmable logic controller (PLC) & distributed control system (DCS) configurations
Testing and on-site commissioning and qualification of control systems
Mentor less experienced engineers
Develop engineering standards to improve efficiency and accuracy of project execution
Provide technical sales support to RoviSys business development team

Qualifications

5-7 years of experience in automation or related field
Demonstrates the ability to perform technical and managerial responsibilities
Communicate effectively and professionally with both customers and colleagues to present new ideas, accomplish challenging goals, and solve problems
Ability to guild a project with little supervision and guidance
Proven track record of managing small projects from start to finish
Ability to author proposals, change orders for new and repeat business through relationships
Thorough understanding of control system design and coding
Self-motivated, excellent communication skills, and enjoy working with people
Hands-on experience with current PLC or DCS platforms

Desired Qualifications:

B.S. in Electrical, Computer, or Chemical Engineering or Engineering Technology
Electrical design fundamentals
Minimum of 5 years of field engineering experience installing, troubleshooting and maintaining coordinated drives and controls equipment including - Allen Bradley, ABB, Siemens, GE[KC1] / TMEIC , Toshiba, etc.
Minimum of 5 year of field design experience working with drives and controls equipment
Good understanding of both DC and AC drives and control methodology and Variable Speed Drives and PLC and DCS interfaces
Programming and Application knowledge in Steel Rolling and Processing (Gauge & Tension Control, Hot Mill, Cold Mill, Galvanizing Lines, Pickling Lines, Tension Leveling Lines)
Background in programming and troubleshooting PLC’s / Drives and understanding of key communication protocols (DLAN, ISBUS, ProfiBus, BacNet, etc[KC2]
Good understanding of Electrical Power Distribution as it relates to VSD operability and reliability
Awareness of process safety and good documentation practices

Compensation & Benefits Highlights

Competitive Base Salary: $100,000–$120,000, depending on experience
Performance Bonuses: Bonus structure designed to reward results
Travel Perks: Travel incentives + per-diem packages for field assignments
Full Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement Ready: 401(k) with company match
Time Off: Generous PTO which includes vacation, holidays, and unlimited personal time
Grow With Us:Ongoing training, certifications, and professional development support

About the Company

RoviSys

Independent control system integration and automation

RoviSys is an independent provider of control system integration and process automation for industrial facilities, covering process, building, and manufacturing automation with end-to-end project support. It works by evaluating client needs, choosing appropriate PLC and DDC platforms, and delivering customized engineering, installation, and ongoing support to automate operations. Its differentiators include its independence from equipment vendors, broad platform experience, and a lifecycle-focused engineering approach for mission-critical facilities. The company aims to help large-scale industrial operations operate more reliably and efficiently by solving complex automation challenges through engineering and consulting services.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Aurora, OH
Founded: Not listed

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