Lead Automation Controls Engineer

1 week ago

Tacoma, Washington, United States AST Full time

About AST: At AST, we focus on enhancing the effectiveness, productivity, and safety of flexible aseptic manufacturing processes for the global Life Science sector by providing innovative products, services, and solutions.

Our Vision: Are you ready to contribute to a collective vision and mission? Would you like to leverage your unique skills to make a substantial impact at a growing organization? At AST, we aim to cultivate a workplace that empowers every team member to realize and surpass their potential. We maintain high expectations and provide the necessary environment and resources to bring out the best in our employees. AST takes pride in our workforce, offering challenging and fulfilling work along with opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Compensation: The salary range for applicants is competitive and commensurate with experience. All candidates are encouraged to apply.

Employee Benefits: Our benefits package includes: Medical (HSA & PPO), Dental, Vision, Long/Short term disability, HSA account with employer contribution, 401(K) (Traditional & Roth options) with up to 5% company match, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and bonus potential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop control systems for complex automation, including robotics and vision systems, utilizing PLC, HMI, and other modular codes.
  • Create operational and maintenance manuals in alignment with the designs and equipment specifications.
  • Engage in the installation, startup, and testing of machinery at client locations.
  • Oversee electrical and controls installation and supervision at client sites as required.
  • Conduct machine testing, experiments, and debugging activities to ensure designs meet project specifications reliably.
  • Perform factory acceptance testing with documented outcomes.
  • Manage and document projects and tasks within established timelines and budgets with moderate oversight.
  • Maintain technical records, test results, and documentation to support design and performance history.
  • Estimate the hours needed to complete tasks effectively.
  • Execute engineering responsibilities within budgetary and scheduling constraints.
  • Participate in design review processes and provide technical insights to colleagues.
  • Embrace AST's Continuous Improvement Process across the organization.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
  • Familiarity with industrial machinery specifications and standards.
  • Expertise in machine control system design and testing environments with strong electrical knowledge.
  • Proficiency in software applications such as Allen-Bradley PLC Platform, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Self-motivated, energetic, and disciplined, with a strong attention to detail.
  • Character that aligns with AST's culture of integrity in all business activities.
  • Expected travel of 25% or as business needs dictate.

Eligibility Requirements:

  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions.
  • Must be willing to undergo and successfully pass a drug test.

This is a full-time position.

AST values its team members and is committed to providing challenging and rewarding work, along with opportunities for personal and professional development.

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