Automation Engineer General

2 weeks ago


Livonia, United States Actalent Full time
Description:

Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data. Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues. Lead trouble shooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated. Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians. Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS. Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment. Review and coordinate project installations. Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements Maintain program backups for machinery and automation

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Interest in controls engineering with strong aptitude to quickly learn and apply controls knowledge. Direct program experience with assembly and machining controls architectures (hardware/software). Knowledge of programming principals on Siemens, Schneider, Bosch PLC along with CNC/Motion controls systems. Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot PLC, CNC, robot, and other automation issues. Knowledge of cell machining systems and integration of CNC controls, gantries and auxiliary equipment an asset. Knowledge of ABB/FANUC robots Knowledge of assembly and machining RFID systems including complexity management, and QOS strategies. Knowledge of Vision Systems Knowledge of international electrical/safety standards (UL, ISO, IEC etc) and familiarity with internal/external safety processes (risk assessments, PSS, integrated safety etc). Able to read Controls (electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic) prints. Understanding of communication network architectures and field bus protocols.

Experience Level:

Intermediate Level
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