TRC Talent Solutions is seeking a hands-on Electrical Engineer / SCADA Controls Engineer to support modernization, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing facilities. This role focuses on PLC programming, SCADA integration, database connectivity, and industrial networking within a multi-plant environment.

Responsibilities:

Program PLCs from scratch (Siemens TIA Portal, Step7, Rockwell RSLogix 5000)
Develop structured text and ladder logic
Commission and troubleshoot HMI, PLCs, VFDs, and industrial drives
Upgrade legacy Schneider Modicon systems to Siemens platforms
Commission wall control systems via Automation PLCs
Build SQL connections to MSSQL databases
Write structured text code connecting PLCs to databases
Work within OPC layer (Kepware) for data exchange
Parse XML files for automation data ingestion
Support migration from Oracle to MSSQL
Integrate Palantir AI platform into plant systems
Move OT devices from IT network to OT network
Configure IP-addressed devices (PLCs, HMIs, drives, cameras, edge devices)
Troubleshoot networking issues in industrial environments
Perform basic IT troubleshooting
Add new sensors and data points for Maintenance Reliability digitization POC
Design and commission camera systems triggered by defect detection (lump/neck/spark-out)
Auto-block production tags and attach images to records
Integrate Maguire unit alarms into plant applications
Install and commission badge scanner systems at line HMIs
Install and commission cameras at print heads
Support Electronic Supervisor and database migrations
Develop and modify control system drawings using AutoCAD
Update and maintain electrical schematics

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
5+ years of controls/automation engineering experience
Advanced PLC programming experience (from scratch development)
Strong proficiency with Siemens TIA Portal & Step7
Strong proficiency with Rockwell RSLogix 5000
Strong proficiency with SQL (MSSQL preferred)
Strong proficiency with Python (integration scripting)
Experience working with OPC platforms (Kepware preferred)
AutoCAD working knowledge (modify/create control drawings)
Strong understanding of industrial machine control systems
Familiarity with OT networking and IP-based device configuration
Basic IT troubleshooting capabilities
Strong communication and customer-facing skills
Ability to travel up to 25%

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Cloud Engineer

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