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Automation Specialist

3 months ago


Waukegan, Illinois, United States Spectraforce Technologies Full time

Title: Automation Specialist

Location: Lake County, IL

Duration:
12 month ( possible extension)

Job Description
Apply multi-disciplinary skills in engineering, controls and computer programming to design, build, and program a collection of laboratory equipment in custom enclosures to enable a complete custom automated platform for smart chemical process development

  • Integrate laboratory equipment and sensors in a customized setup using standard communication protocols (OPC UA, Modbus(TCP ) or custom interfaces.
  • Develop relevant and necessary engineering documentation, including; process and instrumentation diagrams, control panel detail drawings, instrument wire maps, user manuals, operations sheets, work instructions, and design reports
  • Manage workload among changing priorities, alternating between hands-on instrument automation, software development, and automated equipment testing
  • Interact with internal groups, vendors, and third-party custom automation companies
  • Learn and continue to broaden your skill set of the technologies to deliver exciting, effective, and innovative solutions
  • Ensure that automation projects meet safety and quality standards according to regulations and company standards
  • Training of in-house scientists on the use of automation equipment

Requirements

  • Experience in engineering or programming with real-world experience in control and automation
  • Demonstrated ability in programming and debugging control systems using languages such as, c# or python
  • Demonstrated written/verbal communication, project management, and collaborative skills

Intake Notes

  • What hours and days will this person be working? 40 hours/wk, Mon-Fri (8-5)
  • What are the top 5 skills/requirements this person is required have?
a)
Required Skill 1 Knowledge of communication standards to connect equipment to the computer and automate specified set of equipment with a unified program.

b)
Required Skill 2 Knowledge in Control cabinets wiring ( digital and analog input-outputs)

c)
Required Skill 3 Hands-on experience with automation and use of lab equipment such as pumps, valves, flow and UV/pH/conductivity monitors is a plus

d
) Required Skill 4 strong programming and/or instrument background are preferred. Experience with writing software and controls documentation and requirements

e)
Required Skill 5 Working knowledge of c#, Python and other programming languages, process instrumentation and controls.

  • What years of experience, education, and/or certification are required? 5+ years, experience is more preferred than education. Preferred BS degree
  • What is a nice to have (but not required) regarding skills, requirements, experience, education, or certification? Lab automation with hands on experience and working knowledge of programming as listed above
  • What is the environment that this person will be working in (i.e. group setting vs individual role)? Group setting and individual role.
  • Is any testing required for this role? none
  • Does this position offer the ability to work remotely on a regular basis or is it an on-site role? If remote opportunity exists, what are the options (i.e. 1 day remote, 4 days on-site)? ALL ONSITE
  • Other notable details from the hiring manager about this role - candidate should demonstrate integrity, reliability, dedication, adaptability, innovation, and self-motivation.