Automation and Controls Engineer
2 days ago
Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.
This position is responsible for developing and supporting automation, robotic and control system solutions. Responsibilities include the design, support and operation of automation and robotic processes including controls system (PLC/SCADA) programming, simulation, and testing, and start up commissioning. This position requires the ability to understand shop floor operations as well as the design and development of automation and robotic process applications from an engineering perspective. This position also contributes to overall team performance by training/mentoring associates, providing technical assistance, and improving processes and standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Support the Plant Operations
- Work Internally and with vendors on the development and applications of new processes and technologies.
- Work with corporate Product and Advanced ME on NPI Projects.
- Prepare project deliverables including statements of work, status reports and budgets.
- Ensure adherence to Company standards and methodologies;
- Discuss needs with internal customers in a non-technical language;
- Analyze customer requests, understand need, and document in Functional Specification;
- Translate functional requirements into System Design Specifications;
- Develop programs to comply with system requirements;
- Mentor and guide project team members to deliver on the project/program requirements;
- Ensure customer acceptance by testing validation, and training users in changes to business processes;
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering;
- 5 + years’ experience with programming Industrial controls, PLC’s, HMI’s and Industrial communication protocols;
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Automation Engineering.
- 5 + years’ experience developing and supporting Automation and Robotic Manufacturing Process Applications.
- Proven track record in developing advanced PLC logic and HMI applications
- Experience with GE Proficy Suite – Machine Edition, Cimplicity, iFix and Historian;
- Thorough understanding of Industrial Communication Protocols - Modbus, DeviceNet, Profinet;
- Experience successfully managing technical projects through the entire project cycle including initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, commissioning, and closing phases.
- Rockwell Automation and Fanuc Robot Expertise
- Formalized training and/or education in Industrial Automation, Engineering, Computer Science or MIS;
- Experience implementing software used in 24x7 shop floor environments.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to develop and integrate software packages and solutions for industrial controllers;
- Ability to establish strong working relationships with both technical and non-technical members of staff;
- Ability to be hands on with MOM software configuration, scripting and database connectivity;
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral format, with both vendors and internal customers;
- Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, dynamic environment;
- Self-motivated and driven to accomplish company goals.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.
To formally apply to this position click here: https://generac.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/details/Automation-and-Controls-Engineer_JR2942?q=controls%20engineer. You will not be considered an applicant until you complete online application.
Great Reasons to work for Generac:
- Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
- Many employee activities
- Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
- Pride When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
- We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
- Every day is Jeans Day Dress for your day.
- Product loan and discount programs
“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”
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