Controls Engineer, Atlanta

Job Description

Position: Controls Engineer

Location: Johns Creek, GA

Contract Duration: 8 Months (Target Start: June 9, 2025)

Note: Beckhoff TwinCAT PLC experience is mandatory

Overview & Objective

We are seeking one (1) expert Controls Engineer to support Beckhoff TwinCAT PLC systems in a 24/7 medically regulated (cGMP) environment. This 8-month contract role is focused on:

Investigation, development, and testing of PLC programs

EtherCAT diagnostics and safety system integration

Specification monitoring defeat analysis

High-quality documentation in compliance with FDA and cGMP standards

Scope of Work

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for:

TwinCAT Program Enhancement

Investigate, design, develop, test, and validate PLC code (Beckhoff TwinCAT, EtherCAT)

Hardware Diagnostics

Improve EtherCAT diagnostics, HMI messaging, and logging functions

Safety Systems

Enhance and validate safety signal logic

Implement and verify failure messaging

Ensure compliance with relevant safety and regulatory standards

Specification Monitoring

Investigate and report on potential bypasses in monitoring systems

Develop and test mitigation strategies to prevent OOS (out-of-specification) production

Key Deliverables

Fully reviewed and documented TwinCAT PLC code under version control

Formal investigation reports and engineering recommendations

Structured test plans and validation reports

Updated system documentation suitable for audits and regulatory review

Periodic progress updates and final summary report

Candidate Profile

Required Experience:

Proven expertise in Beckhoff TwinCAT and EtherCAT PLC systems

Strong background in industrial automation and PLC safety systems

Experience working in regulated medical or pharmaceutical environments (cGMP)

Responsibilities:

Execute all engineering tasks as defined in the Scope of Work

Follow site and quality protocols rigorously

Maintain clear and timely communication with client stakeholders

Client Responsibilities

Provide access to necessary documentation, systems, and personnel

Define technical requirements and provide timely feedback