Automation Controls Specialist

5 days ago


Mason, United States Makino Full time
Job Title: Controls Engineer

Makino is a world leader in metal-cutting and machining technology. As a leader in advanced manufacturing machine tool technology, Makino enables its customers to realize the highest level of quality with the fastest time to market.

Job Summary

The Controls Engineer executes the assigned Controls Engineering tasks supporting the implementation of automated machining systems, integrating Makino machining centers with part delivery systems and other ancillary equipment supporting the machining process.

Key Responsibilities
  • Research and system design of automated systems for assigned projects
  • Programming, documentation, and troubleshooting of automated systems
  • Communication and collaboration with other engineers, external resources, and customers
  • Creation of detailed specifications for interfaces with Makino equipment
  • Support of Electrical Engineering Team with system design and component selection
  • Creation and modification of robot programming applications
  • Debugging of robot, PLC, HMI, and vision programs during system testing and commissioning
  • Support of Automation Support Engineering Team with system debug
  • Effective communication of problems/issues to other engineers and collaboration on solutions
  • Participation in risk assessments of automation equipment
  • Creation of User Manuals detailing system operation
Requirements
  • Ability to work well in a dynamic environment as a team player
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Effective verbal and written communications skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • General knowledge of United States and international standards
  • Understanding of power distribution and low voltage control circuits
  • Understanding of industrial safety devices
  • Ability to operate CNC machine tools and other equipment used in automated systems
  • Ability to read, create and modify electrical schematics using AutoCAD or similar CAD software
  • Ability to create and modify robot programs using appropriate software for Fanuc and/or ABB robots
  • Ability to create, modify, and troubleshoot Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) applications using appropriate software for Allen-Bradley, Omron, and/or Mitsubishi PLCs
  • Ability to create and modify Human Machine Interface (HMI) applications using appropriate software for Allen-Bradley, Omron, and/or Mitsubishi HMIs
  • Ability to create and modify bar code and pattern match vision applications using appropriate software for Cognex and/or Keyence vision systems
  • Experience in troubleshooting issues and finding root cause
  • Proficient use of MS Office products such as Word, Excel, etc.
Education and Experience

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an Associate's degree with an emphasis on Industrial Automation is preferred. Others with relevant work experience may be considered.

Makino offers competitive pay, generous benefits, onsite cafeteria and fitness center and ongoing training. Makino is proud to be an EEO/M/F/Disabled/Vets employer.



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