Sr. Controls Engineer

2 weeks ago

Newington, United States Sig Sauer Full time
Description

Sr. Controls Engineer

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, air guns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

Position Summary: The Sr. Controls Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing PLC based machine control systems for automated and semi-automated production equipment. Design work includes PLC programming, electrical cabinet design, specification and sourcing of electrical and electro-mechanical hardware. Build electrical cabinets and panels for projects when required. Also responsible for programming and integration of robots for assembly and machining operations. Support existing PLC and robot-based equipment to maintain factory throughput.

FLSA: Exempt

Job Duties and Responsibilities

  • Communicate with mechanical engineers to generate concepts, detailed sequence of operations, and specify special electro-mechanical hardware to meet project requirements.
  • Manage multiple projects to synchronize with mechanical hardware delivery to meet final project deadlines. Document project progress with established project tracker for communication to team members and management.
  • Provide detailed documentation for PLC and robotic programs, I/O lists, bill of materials and electrical schematics. Maintain documentation if modifications are required.
  • Wire and build complete electrical panels, cabinets, and HMI displays. Wire completed machinery.
  • Thoroughly debug control systems with Mechanical Engineering to meet SIG machine spec runoff requirements, NFPA 79 electrical and OSHA safety standards.
  • Quickly respond to troubleshoot existing production equipment to maintain output. This includes specialized assembly and test equipment, automated CNC equipment and robotic systems.
  • Resolve and prevent quality issues by applying state of the art sensor, vision technology and fail-safe controls programming.
  • Communicate with all levels of production management and engineering regarding project status and troubleshooting duties.
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineers to generate detailed machine specifications for turnkey, automated systems.
  • Research new technology for machine control systems and automation to reduce manufacturing cost and improve throughput.
  • Provide controls cost estimates to Manufacturing Engineers to generate annual cost savings plan.
  • Perform as technical leader and resource to co-works while actively mentoring less senior Engineers/Specialists.
  • May lead and actively volunteers for continuous improvement projects/tasks.
  • Participate in 5S Workplace organizational activities and maintain the area in good working order through sustainment activities, including requests for maintenance when needed for both personal space and multi-use department spaces.
  • Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline with 7-10 years of previous experience.
  • Proficiency with multiple PLC software packages including but not limited to Allen-Bradley and Mitsubishi.
  • Must be able to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Must be proficient using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and monday.com.
  • Overall, must be able to work in a team, lead, plan, and execute multiple projects.
  • Quality of work must be very high.
  • Organization of documentation and recordkeeping shall be to a high standard. Skilled at the use of Gantt charts and formal project management techniques.
  • Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, both verbally and in written form.
  • In depth knowledge of servo driven systems, load cells, sensors and HMI displays.
  • In depth knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
  • In depth knowledge of NFPA 79 electrical and OSHA safety standards is preferred.
  • In depth knowledge of programming robotic systems is preferred.
  • Proficient CAD skills for documentation of electrical schematics and panel layout.
  • Possesses a wide degree of creativity and latitude.

Working Conditions:

  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
  • Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
  • Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
  • Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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