Controls Engineer

 Develop the electrical design for automated equipment according to customer and internal specifications; develops and programs automated equipment hardware and software according to customer and internal specifications; capable of being the Controls Engineering Lead on medium to large (> $1.5M) multi-module systems.

Ÿ Lead the development of controls architecture for large multiple module system and the engineering team.

Ÿ Program control and vision systems for cam, servo, and air operated stations, along with test and electrical devices.

Ÿ Ensure the electrical design and software architecture is functional, robust and cost effective.

Ÿ Innovate and use good judgment to incorporate standards and regulatory requirements.

Ÿ Research and specify appropriate purchased and preferred components.

Ÿ Create electrical wiring schematics, flow diagrams, panel layouts, bill of materials, organize release packages and update schematics.

Ÿ Participate in internal and customer design reviews, installations and service calls when needed.

Ÿ Guide Electricians in wiring and codes. Support software validation requirements.

Ÿ Work with suppliers to find/develop the most functional and economical solutions to design issues.

Ÿ Participate in the Project Execution Plan meeting, developing the controls engineering execution plan. Work under the confines of the project schedule and budget.

Ÿ Problem-solve with Mechanical Builders and Electricians, debug software issues, and update all appropriate documentation.

Ÿ Communicate ideas and comprehend information both verbally and in written form.

Ÿ Work closely with Mechanical Engineering and Assembly and exhibit objectivity and openness to others’ views.

Ÿ Help guide and mentor level I and II Controls Engineers with the execution of their projects.

HEALTH, SAFETY, & ENVIRONMENTAL:

· Create and then work in compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental Procedures.

· Refrain from removing or altering safety devices or guarding unless hazardous energies are controlled through Lockout-Tagout methods.

· Actively pursue a duty to act where any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts are witnessed.

· Report any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts to the president.

· Escalate any unsafe conditions or unsafe acts which leaders do not address to the president

· Report any defect in any equipment or protective device.

· Ensure that the required personal protective equipment (PPE) is used for the assigned task.

· Complete all required Health, Safety, and Environmental training and maintain records for audits.

· Assist in investigating any accidents/incidents or near misses if requested.

· Refrain from engaging in any unruly conduct.

· Ensure that equipment, materials and protective devices are functioning in a safe manner

· Ensure that employees are working in accordance with divisional health and safety procedures

· Do not report to work-onsite, at a customer’s site, or travel on behalf of when feeling ill. Contact your leader immediately.

· Conform to all pandemic requirements identified by regulating authorities and leadership during pandemic situations

· i.e. social or physical distancing

· i.e. various PPE requirements

· You are responsible for yourself relative to sanitizing your environmental footprint.

· i.e. Sanitize after use of any common or shared use item within the facility

· i.e. Properly dispose of any witnessed trash or rubbish within the facility to the proper receptacle regardless of the source – use of PPE is recommended for anything potentially determined to be a biohazard

· i.e. Properly dispose of liquids to prevent improper contaminants into the drain and surrounding water systems

· i.e. Smoking/Vaping is only allowed in the designated spaces per division communicated locations – NOT within 10’ of any door, parking lot, or the trash/recycling areas.

Education:

· A post-secondary diploma or degree specializing in Electrical Engineering.

Experience:

· Six (6) or more years of automation experience

· Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLC’s, HMI’s, Servo control, electrical design, debugging, robots, vision systems, and complex automation systems.

· Individual must have an ability to communicate efficiently and effectively with people at all levels of the organization, both verbally and in written form.

· In addition, an ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance in a team-oriented work environment is mandatory.

· Computer knowledgeable with such programs as Windows, Excel, Word, MS Outlook, Adobe, etc.

· Finally, person must be hands-on and must be able to meet deadlines for his or her responsibilities either

directly or indirectly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.

· Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.

· Visual Acuity – Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens

· Hearing Ability – Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.

· Working Conditions – The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting manufacturing floor.

· Capable of wearing appropriate related PPE for extended periods of time.