Electrical Controls Engineer

3 weeks ago

Richmond, California, United States SYNTEGON Full time

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for leading the development and maintenance of electrical and software controls for automated packaging machinery and systems.

The successful candidate will be involved in all lifecycle phases of our equipment, from research and development of new product lines to updates, modifications, and maintenance of current product lines.

Along with supporting standard product lines, the candidate will also have the opportunity to create electrical and software solutions for highly customized customer applications.

This role is a dynamic and fast-moving position within our company, requiring a creative and motivated individual who is eager to research and implement new technologies and methods in machine/motion control, Industrial IoT/I4.0, and other areas.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical engineering, software development, and automation, with experience in programming Rockwell RSLogix5000/Studio5000, FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME), and CAD/CAE software such as AutoCAD or ePlan P8.

They will also have a working knowledge of industrial design standards, safety of machinery risk assessment, and related standards.

The successful candidate will be able to work in a team environment, communicate effectively with all levels of personnel, and represent the company in a professional manner.

Responsibilities:

  • Support the electrical/software group with development of PLC and PC-based controls platforms and software solutions for automated packaging machinery and systems.
  • Develop and maintain engineering libraries, including electrical diagrams, software, and general electrical/software documentation.
  • Perform all necessary engineering and machine calculations for proper design of electrical and controls systems.
  • Execute projects and customer orders, including electrical schematics, software, bills of material, and engineering change notices.
  • Support technical manuals and training departments by helping to create functional description documents for machine lines and specific machine functions.
  • Provide technical support to customers, customer service, sales engineering, and project team engineers and technicians when required.
  • Research new technologies to gain competitive advantage and provide a proactive response to component obsolescence.
  • Support Syntegon continuous improvement activities, engineering processes, and production activities when required.
  • Maintain compliance with Syntegon company policies, quality standards, and industry safety standards.
  • Contribute to and be responsible for Quality and Environmental awareness throughout the organization.
  • Technical supervision of assigned engineering, assembly, service, and installation personnel on an as-needed basis.
  • Travel with short notice as required to support Syntegon development projects, machine installations, service, and training up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications:

  • Must possess a BS degree in Engineering: Electrical, Electromechanical, Engineering Technology, Mechatronics, or Mechanical.
  • Must have at least 1+ years of experience working in an engineering position.
  • Must have a minimum of 1+ years of experience programming Rockwell RSLogix5000/Studio5000, FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME).
  • Must have at least 1+ years of experience with CAD/CAE software such as AutoCAD or ePlan P8 for the design and/or maintenance of electrical diagrams and design of electrical panels.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Basic knowledge of AC/DC circuits for the proper design of machine and electrical control systems with the ability to use all applicable engineering calculations to properly size components used within those systems.
  • Basic knowledge of industrial design standards relevant to automated packaging machinery, including UL508A, CE, NFPA, and OSHA.
  • Basic knowledge of safety of machinery risk assessment and related standards.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude or basic knowledge of automated machinery.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in managing multiple tasks simultaneously while accepting changing priorities and deadlines.
  • Working knowledge of Rockwell controls platforms and the software and hardware design of those platforms, including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, Kinetix, and PowerFlex series drives.
  • Working knowledge of delta (parallel axis) robotics and demonstrated ability to integrate single or multiple arm solutions into a packaging machine or system.
  • Working knowledge of 6-axis robots is also highly desirable.
  • Experience designing or working with automated packaging equipment and/or systems.

Working Knowledge:

  • SAP, Wonderware software, and Beckhoff TwinCAT PLC and System Manager Software.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work in a team environment.
  • Represent the company in a professional manner and have a commitment to company values.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel, from production to management.
  • Strong customer service focus.

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