Wachter, Inc.

Controls Engineer

Wachter, Inc.  •  Lenexa, KS (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Wachter's greatest asset is the people who work here. Join the Wachter family and chart your career path!
 
Wachter is accepting applications for a full-time Controls Engineer to work with our industrial team in our Lenexa, KS office.
 
We seek self-motivated and reliable candidates, who can work independently and find solutions to complete the job. Long-term employment with competitive pay and exceptional benefits for qualified candidates. We value relationships and invest in our employees.  

Benefits Package: Company Paid! 

  • Medical, Dental, Prescription & Vision Benefits
  • Life, AD&D, and LTD insurance
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays
  • Company-Matched 401(k) and IRA Retirement Savings
  • Per-Diem paid when overnight travel is required
  • Drive time and mileage paid for use of a personal vehicle when travel is required.

Requirements:

  • 5 - 10 years’ experience using Rockwell Automation Control Platforms.
  • Some leadership experience is a plus.
  • BS Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience is required
  • Experience with Process Control and Logic Controller.
  • Project experience from basic design, detailed design, construction, commissioning, qualification, and handover are all a plus.
  • Ability to communicate with customers directly to help guide them through the project upgrades. 
  • Automation Programming (Rockwell Logix RS5000, RS500).
  • Strong knowledge of HMI development (FactoryTalk SE, FactoryTalk ME, Wonderware, Ignition).
  • Knowledgeable with automation network design and communication protocols.
  • Cisco/Stratix programming experience preferred.
  • Continuously improve the reliability of existing systems.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment.
  • Material/Component specifying and ordering.
  • Travel to ongoing projects as needed.
  • Highly proficient with the use of email, spreadsheets, and the ability to learn internal systems.
  • Excellent customer relationship and communication skills; verbal and written.
  • Must have strong interpersonal skills; this position frequently requires customer and General Contract interactions.
  • Execute advanced troubleshooting skills. 

Responsibilities:

  • Troubleshoot issues with hardware and processes.
  • Order and specify all materials and components for projects.
  • Plan preventative maintenance.
  • Continuously improve the reliability of existing systems.
  • Collaborate with others to detect problems and implement solutions efficiently while meeting quality and safety standards.
  • Maintain the company’s high standard of quality and professionalism with regard to workmanship, customer relations, coworkers, behavior, and appearance.
  • Perform any other duties not specifically stated herein, but which your supervisor may assign. 
  • Adhere to all required project safety requirements as set forth by the Company and OSHA.
Wachter, Inc.

About Wachter, Inc.

Wachter is on the cutting-edge of technology and infrastructure installation and has been since 1930. Wachter is a Cisco Gold Certified Partner. We’re committed to the exceptional service and forward thinking that lets us provide leading technologies to meet diverse client needs.

Our workmanship is measured by the customers we serve, from Local Businesses to Fortune 100 companies.

NATIONWIDE DEPLOYMENT: With more than 1,400 W2 technicians and electricians licensed to work in all 50 states, Wachter is a single source for Nationwide Technology Implementation and Service.

SERVICE: Through TRUST.Wachter.com, Wachter’s service center provides 24/7/365 support that is customized for each client’s specific needs. Our service motto is all-encompassing: “Any ticket, anytime, anywhere. We can cover it."​ and we mean it, just ask our customers!

This approach has allowed us to establish a great reputation for developing enduring relationships by designing, integrating and servicing complex nationwide technologies to all of our customers.

Industry
IT & Software
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Lenexa, KS
Year Founded
1930
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