Automation/Controls Engineer

Education:

BS or MS Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job Description: 

Provide process engineering production-line support to maintain product throughput.  This includes problem solving associated with machine downtime, product defects and safety issues.  Job requires bias for action, quick learning, self-motivation, and interpersonal and project management skills. In addition, provide engineering leadership in the identification and development of new automation equipment and processes to enhance the productivity, ergonomics and safety in our oil filter production operation.  This includes the design and fabrication of in-house automation equipment, and the specification development, design review and validation of purchased equipment.  

Professional Experience:

3-5 Years of Automation Design and Project Management Experience in a High Volume Manufacturing Setting.

Technical Abilities:

Industrial Control System Design (AB Hardware Preferred)

Ability to both Read and Create Electrical Schematics

Knowledge of Motion Control, Induction and DC Motor Control

Knowledge of Pneumatic Actuator Control and Relay Logic

Knowledge of Machine Guarding Systems and Power Distribution

Competent in Allen Bradley PLC Programming (Control Logix, SLC, PLC 5)

Working Knowledge of Mechanical Systems as they Apply to Automation

Experienced with Automated Assembly Equipment

Proficient in Project Management

Fact Based Problem Solving Skills (Six Sigma BlackBelt or GreenBelt Preferred)

Lean Manufacturing Techniques Desirable

Strong Computer Skills (Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows, Programming a Plus)

AutoCAD Skills Preferred (Electrical Schematics)

Strong Troubleshooting Skills Desirable

Strong Communication Skills (Written and Verbal)

Interpersonal Qualities:

Pro-Active

Responsive

Hard Working

Imaginative

Continuous Improvement

Cooperative

Flexible

Team Player

Decisive

Problem Solver

Tenacious

Drive

Goal Oriented

Success Attributes:

Bias for Action

Sense of Urgency to Achieve Goals

Focused on Speed

Reduces Cycle Time and Bureaucracy

Eliminates Waste and Unnecessary Work

Sets Prioirities, Seizes Opportunities

Performance

Sets and Achieves Ambitious Goals

Drives for Continuous Improvement

Achieves Results

Innovation

Promotes Creativity and Informed Risk-Taking

Strives for Technical Leadership and Continuous Improvement

Excellence

Models a strong work ethic

Achieves superior performance

Continuously improves how things get done

Acts as an owner

Agility

Responds pro-actively to situations

Develops innovative solutions

Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning within the group

Compensation
Benefits - Full

Candidate Details
2+ to 5 years experience

Minimum Education - Associate's Degree
Willingness to Travel - Occasionally

Skills and Certifications [note: required]
Competent in Allen Bradley PLC Programming (Control Logix, SLC, PLC 5)
Ability to read and create Electrical Schematics
PLC Programming
Knowledge of Motion Control, Induction and DC Motor Control
Knowledge of Pneumatic Actuator Control and Relay Logic
Working Knowledge of Mechanical Systems as they Apply to Automation
AutoCAD Skills Preferred (Electrical Schematics)
Knowledge of Motion Control, Induction and DC Motor Control

Ideal Candidate

Sense of Urgency to Achieve Goals

Focused on Speed

Reduces Cycle Time and Bureaucracy

Eliminates Waste and Unnecessary Work

Sets Prioirities, Seizes Opportunities

Sets and Achieves Ambitious Goals

Drives for Continuous Improvement

Achieves Results

Sets and Achieves Ambitious Goals

Drives for Continuous Improvement

Achieves Results

Promotes Creativity and Informed Risk-Taking

Strives for Technical Leadership and Continuous Improvement

Models a strong work ethic

Achieves superior performance

Continuously improves how things get done

Acts as an owner

Responds pro-actively to situations

Develops innovative solutions

Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning within the group