Automation and Controls Engineer
1 month ago
- Identification & elimination of production barriers for various levels of automation including: presses, welders, conveyors, automated assembly, and robotics
- Put in place controls systems like process interlocks, new HMI's for equipment, QR code scanners, scale systems, with SQL and Schneider Electric MES data connections.
- Update, and continuously improve existing controls systems including: ladder logic programs, relay logic, electrical distribution, motor controls, operator interfaces, and pneumatic systems.
- Design and develop new machine controls including robotic, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and vision systems
- Coordinate with production and maintenance on existing machine control modifications or installations
- Create, maintain, and keep current all documentation: electrical and pneumatic schematics; panel layouts; PLC programs, operator display, operator interface, and robot programs
- Implement and maintain data collection system for shop floor production equipment
- Cybersecurity monitoring and cyber threat hardening.
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Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related 4 year degree
- Strong PLC programming experience with Schneider Electric PLCs and HMIs (Modicon, Magelis)
- Strong Machine vision skills with Cognex and Keyence
- Denso Robotic programming experience
- Experience with pneumatic motion controls and VFDs
- Microsoft Visual Studio and MIS experience
- Stratus Server management via Remote Desktop
- Enterprise networking experience
- SQL programming and query skills
- Proficiency in Safety Engineering with exposure to Electrical Safety
- Process interlocking and Bar/QR Code scanning experience
Required Skills and Competencies
- Ability to perform root cause analysis and develop action plans to strategically eliminate barriers
- Ability to identify waste and drive it out of complex processes
- Ability to prepare, read and interpret written reports, instructions, procedures, and guidelines
- Ability to read, update, and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Ability to manage projects, schedule multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
- Effective communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams
- Self-motivated and driven individual desiring to make an immediate impact
- Strong organizational skills
- Familiarity with powder metallurgy, robotic loading and unloading systems is a strong plus
Who will you report to? Methods & Maintenance Manager
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- Identification & elimination of production barriers for various levels of automation including: presses, welders, conveyors, automated assembly, and robotics
- Put in place controls systems like process interlocks, new HMI's for equipment, QR code scanners, scale systems, with SQL and Schneider Electric MES data connections.
- Update, and continuously improve existing controls systems including: ladder logic programs, relay logic, electrical distribution, motor controls, operator interfaces, and pneumatic systems.
- Design and develop new machine controls including robotic, electrical, electronic, pneumatic and vision systems
- Coordinate with production and maintenance on existing machine control modifications or installations
- Create, maintain, and keep current all documentation: electrical and pneumatic schematics; panel layouts; PLC programs, operator display, operator interface, and robot programs
- Implement and maintain data collection system for shop floor production equipment
- Cybersecurity monitoring and cyber threat hardening.
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