The Role
Designs, programs, commissions, and supports automated fiber optic production equipment and processes. Responsibilities include Siemens PLC and controls programming, electrical schematic development, mechanical fixture design, equipment evaluation, troubleshooting, commissioning, documentation, parts procurement, and process improvement. The role collaborates across technical teams, supports project planning, and develops automation solutions that improve manufacturing quality, efficiency, and cost.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or equivalent.
- Electrical design and PLC programming experience.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Investigate, understand, and develop practical process inventions and modifications for production of fiber optic products.
- Apply sound engineering principles and methods to design and develop state of the fiber optic production equipment to improve quality, efficiency and cost.
- Hands-on technical design and execution of machine and process automation.
- Develop equipment control and automation technology for the introduction and evaluation of new/modified products.
- Provide technical support for new equipment evaluation, assist with the installation, startup, training, and commissioning phases.
- Develop new automation technology to improve quality, efficiency and cost of existing processes and product manufacturing.
- Design and prepare detailed computer aided drafting (CAD) schematics, plan & design automation solutions for simple to complex projects from observations, project scope, sketches, and specifications.
- Understands mechanical concepts, creates or assembles basic mechanical fixtures and mounts for sensors and actors.
- Interface with other technical resources to obtain details of equipment and materials and incorporate these elements into Bills of Material (BOM) and procure parts.
- Assist with project management, planning and support.
- Communicate project milestones and critical paths regularly to ensure functional and timely results.
- Work and communicate well with team members and other departments.
- Operate and assist with the evaluation of prototype equipment, document performance, and recommend modifications.
- Maintains records and files of work and revisions. Creates and maintains operating instructions for automation equipment.
- Observes safety, maintains a clean and well-organized workspace.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Fluent in Siemens PLC, drives, and controls programming and setup.
- Possess ability with analytical skills: methodically investigate problems, organize logical experimental trials, document data, and present results.
- Possess “hands-on” experience with equipment design and evaluation.
- Possess ability with analytical skills: methodically investigate problems, organize logical experimental trials, document data, and present results.
- Ability to create and modify electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical (or similar) and supporting documentation for system quoting, construction, installation, and post commissioning as-built documentation.
- Ability to use hands-on tools such as oscilloscope, digital multi-meter for process measurement, testing, and troubleshooting.
- Knowledgeable on NEC code, NFPA-70E, and Arc Flash requirements.
- Possess ability to document and create standard work procedures.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering, or equivalent
- Electrical design experience
- PLC programming experience
- Fluency in Siemens PLC, drives, and controls programming and setup
- Hands-on experience with equipment design and evaluation
- Ability to create and modify electrical schematics using AutoCAD Electrical or similar
- Ability to use oscilloscopes and digital multimeters for measurement, testing, and troubleshooting
- Knowledge of NEC code, NFPA-70E, and Arc Flash requirements
- Strong analytical, experimental, documentation, and communication skills
- Ability to create standard work procedures and technical documentation
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The Company
What We Do
Superior Essex Communications is a manufacturer and supplier of communications products serving telecommunications, energy, and industrial sectors. Its business focuses on designing and producing communications cables, including high-performance copper and fiber-optic products, to support modern connectivity and broadband infrastructure. The company operates globally across North America and beyond and emphasizes innovation, reliability, and sustainable manufacturing while helping connect communities and bridge the digital divide.
