SUMMARY Seeking a highly skilled electrical engineer or technician with expertise in designing, developing, and managing electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. This individual is well-rounded with a comprehensive skill set in electrical control systems, offering both technical expertise and practical experience in managing complex installations and resolving issues efficiently.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Designs, develops and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment and machinery.
Manages the installation and support of PLC based hardware and software.
Plans and manages new or modifies existing installations to minimize waste of materials, improve quality and reduce downtime.
Identifies and resolves malfunctioning of equipment or systems provides technical support and guidance to maintenance and production team members.
Programming Logic Controllers (PLCs) (e.g. Allen-Bradley, Siemens). Dealing with RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, FactoryTalk Studio, and Rslinx on regular basis. Hands on PLC controls system knowledge, PLC programming, instrument programming and integration.
Configuring and designing HMI/OIT systems (e.g. Allen Bradley, Siemens, Wonderware, etc.). Program HMI and PLC ladder logic and integrate discrete/analog devices.
Familiar with Industry Standards UL and CE
Familiar with Vision Systems (e.g. Eagle Vision, Keyence)
Familiar with various Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g. Yasakawa, ABB, Kinetix)
Familiarity with RS232 and RS485 protocol, Profibus DP/PA protocols, Variable Frequency Drive systems, Motor Control Centers, Analog and Digital signals, Low to Medium power distribution systems.
Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues. Provide hands-on on-site support to trouble shoot existing installations, PLCs, HMIs, Instruments and VFD issues
Read and understand electrical schematics, ladder logic programs, process flow diagram and process and instrumentation diagrams.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Inherent in each position is a general duty to maintain each respective work area in a safe and sanitary condition. Regular, predictable, full-time attendance is required as an essential function of this position. The employee may be required to perform other such duties within the scope of their employment as may be assigned. The employee must also possess the ability to take directions, follow instructions, work with others, follow work rules and schedules, and focus on details.
QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering or Business. 3 to 5 years of process industry related experience with automation control, PLC Ladder Logic programming, HMI design and configure.
MS Office 2010 (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer literacy
Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude
Must be a creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy
Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines
Sharp, quick, dedicated and innovative problem solver
Core values and continuous self-improvement
Must be organized, detail oriented, and able to think designs through completely
LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. This position requires knowledge and awareness of manufacturing and industrial sites. Protective gear will be required where appropriate. Position requires ability to work varying start times and weekends dependent on business needs.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.