Controls Engineer

1 week ago

Flat Rock, United States Gerotech Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

JOB TITLE: CONTROLS ENGINEER

POSITION STATUS: FULL-TIME

DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING

REPORTS TO: VP OF ENGINEERING

**RELOCATION ASSITANCE AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES**

What We Do.

At Gerotech, we are proud to offer the highest value in CNC machinery, innovative engineered solutions, and unparalleled support through service and training. At Gerotech, we do more than sell machine tools.

 

We’re changing the face of Manufacturing. Join Us.

A proud family-owned business that has been thriving since its inception in 1987. We take great pride in our roots and continue to be family-owned, fostering a sense of tradition and commitment to excellence. Every member of our team is committed to providing customers with the best support in every phase of our business. As a part of our close-knit team, you'll experience the unique culture that comes with being a family-owned company, where dedication, loyalty, and a strong work ethic are at the core of our success.

 

Let us help you reach your potential.

Are you ready to dive into the heart of CNC innovation? As a Controls Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of CNC innovation, designing, developing, and optimizing control systems. The Electrical Controls Engineer will provide products and services that fully meet the customer expectations in a clearly superior manner that encourages further purchases from the customer over the offers of others. The candidate will be an experienced controls engineer who will perform Electrical and Controls Engineering services including the development of Turnkey Manufacturing systems that involve CNC machines (i.e. CNC lathes and machining centers), part handling, conveyors, robotics, vision and other typical manufacturing systems.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Engineer custom controls drawings (Electrical, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, Lubrication).
  • Develop PLC and HMI programs (AB, Siemens, Fanuc, and others).
  • Develop CNC machine programs and HMI screens (Fanuc, Siemens, Haas, and others).
  • Support commissioning during the build, start-up, installation, and runoff phases of projects.
  • Design and program ladder logic to integrate a CNC machine with various other peripheral equipment, including gauging, material handling, robotics, etc.
  • Design and program all necessary safety features, including customer-specific requirements.
  • Start-up and debug all software-related areas of a manufacturing system.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing/installation controls problems.
  • Create and maintain thorough and complete documentation of all work performed throughout a project including the capture of as built redlines.
  • Develop/write operating and control manuals. Support and provide customer training.
  • Maintain effective communication with other project staff, customers, other departments, and outside suppliers.
  • Participate in project teams, providing input in SOWs, Timelines and Action Items lists.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent.
  • 7 years of experience is required. Customer machine build or systems integrator experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of NEC, NFPA, ANSI standards, UL/CE specifications, customer specifications, technical and maintenance manuals, and procedure instructions.
  • Ability to read, interpret and develop electrical and fluid schematics, tool layouts, electrical drawings, basic mechanical drawings is required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
  • Experience in one or more of the following CNC controls manufacturers is required: Siemens 840D; Fanuc 31i / 32i, Haas. Siemens 840D experience is a plus.
  • Experience with PLC programming in current Allen-Bradley Logix (5000) or Siemens Step 7 (TIA Portal) is required. Significant Siemens experience is a plus.
  • Experience with AutoCAD Electrical is required.
  • Experience with automotive FIS and Andon systems a plus.
  • Robotics programming experience is a plus.
  • Vision system design and programming is a plus.
  • Experience of integrated safety designs and specifications are required.
  • Experience with tool management, drive parameters, and servo drive tuning a plus.
  • Experience with design, implementation, and debug of one or more Industrial Protocols (PROFIBUS, Ethernet/IP, PROFINET) is strongly preferred.
  • Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Must be an aggressive, pro-active team player who is not afraid to dig for information and function autonomously.
  • Knowledge of Visual Basic and/or C++ is a plus.
  • Proficient in the use of all Microsoft Office products.
  • Excellent time management skills are required.
  • As needed, travel to customer sites for installation and startup support of custom machinery and automation. Majority Local travel in lower Peninsula, MI (Current valid passport preferred / not required)

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Must be able to work in a variety of physical positions, including sitting, standing, walking, and driving.
  • Regular exposure to all weather conditions combined with regular work time indoors in environmentally controlled conditions.
  • May be exposed to uncomfortable or distracting sounds or noise levels on sites of projects being managed or coordinated.
  • When working on site, may be required to wear common protective or safety equipment, such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, or hard hats.

BENEFITS:

  • Medical
  • HSA Employer contributions
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Pet Insurance
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Company paid short-term disability insurance
  • Company paid long-term disability insurance
  • 401k Match (pre-tax and Roth options)
  • Profit Sharing
  • Family feel atmosphere
  • + More
Company DescriptionA proud family-owned business that has been thriving since its inception in 1987. We take great pride in our roots and continue to be family-owned, fostering a sense of tradition and commitment to excellence. Every member of our team is committed to providing customers with the best support in every phase of our business. As a part of our close-knit team, you'll experience the unique culture that comes with being a family-owned company, where dedication, loyalty, and a strong work ethic are at the core of our success.Company DescriptionA proud family-owned business that has been thriving since its inception in 1987. We take great pride in our roots and continue to be family-owned, fostering a sense of tradition and commitment to excellence. Every member of our team is committed to providing customers with the best support in every phase of our business. As a part of our close-knit team, you'll experience the unique culture that comes with being a family-owned company, where dedication, loyalty, and a strong work ethic are at the core of our success.

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