Electrical Control Engineer

2 weeks ago


Fremont, United States Vital Materials Co., Limited Full time

The Controls Engineer supports service/support, developing electrical controls systems and designs, PLC/HMI programming, data collection and optimization of control systems, and assists with equipment implementation and startup of machines in the semiconductor industry like vacuum coating and automation. This is a full-time exempt position.


Responsibilities:

Assist in installation, start-up, and hand-off acceptance of equipment and upgrades worldwide.

Execute and meet agreed timelines set by the Customer and Project Management.

Summarize work activities, collect data, and send clear and concise e-mails to team.

Provide remote customer support via email, phone, or other means.

Ensure safety practices are followed and maintained including near-miss reporting.

Wear appropriate clothing and PPE as needed whenever potential hazards exist.

Make use of methods, checklists, and procedures established by Engineering.

Participate in Failure Analysis, troubleshooting, and feedback to the team.

Accountable for:

Support of manufacturing facilities, including remote.

Designing, programming, and coordination of control systems and projects.

Maintaining and updating of electrical drawings, ensuring the tracking of equipment changes are documented, and drawings are always current.

Troubleshooting and problem-solving of equipment controls related problems.

Interfacing with domestic and international Vital companies to ensure controls policies/standards are understood and being adhered to.

Maintaining effective communication levels while fostering team building.

Ensures adherence to all safety procedures and good housekeeping standards.

Works closely with Customers, Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Aftermarket and Project Management with minimal oversight to achieve project milestones.

Ensure certifications are current.

Work with Manager to continue development path

Reports to an Engineering Manager or head of department.

Experience:

Minimum 7+ years of controls engineering experience

May have to complete an apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty.

Skills:

Proven ability in understanding, knowledge, and experience in controls engineering techniques and practices, troubleshoot electrical/electronic control systems while practicing safe working behaviors/requirements.

Ability to link global operations of tools for pooling performance data and adhering to copy exact philosophy.

Experience using Autodesk and AutoCAD drafting software to create electrical schematics and panel layouts.

Demonstrated experience with Siemens S7/TIA and/or Rockwell Automation Logix platform PLC’s, including ladder and function block diagram.

Familiar and experience with Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) including PanelView Plus, PanelView Plus CE, and RSView SE.

Knowledge of EPLAN Fluid and EPLAN ProPanel

Good understanding/knowledge of motion controls including stepper motors, servo motors, and AC/DC Drives.

Experience with multi-tiered architecture, for example; C#, C++, VB.NET, HTML, XML and SQL.

Familiarity with semiconductor equipment or other large complex electro-mechanical systems are a plus.

Experience with high voltage electrical, hazardous materials, thermal systems, and computer and PLC based control systems helpful.

Ability to setup, operate, troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, and software systems in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.

Ability to use Microsoft Office programs on a beginner level, especially Excel Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook.

One who possesses a continuous improvement mindset and challenges the norm is highly preferred.

Must be able to work well under pressure and maintain a positive and cooperative attitude while interfacing with customers and colleagues.

Establish and maintain a clean and safe work area following 5S practices while ensuring tools, equipment, and part inventory are well organized and stored properly.

Must be a self-starter and works efficiently.

Self-sufficiently performs a wide range of complex duties under minimal guidance from the department manager.

Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function as directed by the department manager.

Strong oral and written communication skills with excellent skills in the English language and grammar


Education:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical field, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field; or equivalent years of work experience.


Position Location:

Fremont, CA

Travel:

Travel to customer sites alone or as part of a team.

Must have or be able to obtain a passport and other documentation as required for international travel.

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time worldwide to customer or other Vital sites.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

Will sit, stand or walk short distances for up to 8-12 hours per day.

Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.

Will lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, according to work requirements.

Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects.

Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.

Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required.

Must be able to fly both domestically and internationally.



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