Design from concept to completion machine controls and PLC programming. The Automation Engineer helps shape the future for automated handling for molded parts and product assembly! The individual is a hands-on problem solver and self-starter who takes pride in and has a successful track-record of designing, building and implementing automated assembly systems. The Engineer is involved in all the phases of the projects including initial planning, detailed design, construction, commissioning and release. This position requires the ability to write PLC programs for equipment. The ability to troubleshoot equipment is a must. Basic hand tools are required for this position.
Essential Functions
Creates automation and machine design requirements
Actively participates in design review, machine wiring, programming, sourcing and deployment on the manufacturing floor
Coordinates internal/external resources with Gantt charts to deliver projects on time within scope
Designs PLC/HMI/Robotics (programming & creation of technical documents such as IO map, user requirements, functional specifications, detailed design specifications)
Support of electrical project execution including controls engineering, robot programming, PLC and HMI programming.
Creates automation and machine design requirements including 3D drawing design, wiring, programming, safety features, and sourcing
Details control schemes with wiring and system drawings for automation projects
Troubleshoots and diagnoses design errors, omissions, and other deficiencies and proactively recommends revisions and/or improvement
Engages in project planning to identify automation opportunities
Prepares cost estimates and written technical proposals
Generates network communication protocols for various control equipment
Identify required improvements in the development processes; make contributions to automation tools that address specific needs.
Prepare and present process improvement plans and coordinate deployment including training of team members.
Site support of system startup.
Ability to successfully execute multiple project responsibilities with minimal supervision.
Participation in the development, construction and installation of custom equipment builds.
Identify areas for automation improvements, or new automation, and then working with a mechanical designer to create, design, justify, fabricate, program, test, debug, install and commission your solution.
Support maintenance and operations with PLC and electronic issues when needed
Monitor and support live-time manufacturing data acquisition systems, including creation of customer dashboards
Interface with corporate IT when projects require, and provide on-site assistance when needed
Must be hands on and capable to running wiring, building control cabinets, HMI (Human Machine Interface) panels, light mechanical fabrication
Knowledge of robotics and EOAT (END of Arm Tooling), including collaborative applications, is a plus.
Travel to other sites minimal
Perform other duties as required Education and Experience
Engineering degree or equivalent Experience
5-10 years manufacturing environment
5-10 years of technical experience required
Knowledge of electrical, PLC programming & industrial networks, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and/or electronic equipment and systems required. OMROM expertise is a plus.
Competencies and Abilities
Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using own drive or initiative.
Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
Certifications and Special Requirements
Computer Skills
Microsoft Office
Required Education and Experience
Five to Ten years in manufacturing environment and technical experience required
Knowledge of electrical, PLC programming & industrial networks, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and/or electronic equipment and systems required. OMROM expertise is a plus.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)