Electrical Controls Engineer 3

JOB SUMMARY:
Under limited supervision, designs, documents, fabricates, implements and troubleshoots controls for semi-automatic and automatic manufacturing equipment, with end goals of improving production safety, quality, capacity and/or lower costs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs safety and operational controls for new and existing equipment and troubleshoots any issues with these controls, referring complex issues to more experienced engineers when needed. 
• Specifies components for use in equipment for controls systems. Documents control systems in drawings, schematics and spec sheets. 
• Programs PLC controllers and documents PLC programs using ladder logic diagrams. 
• Collaborates with Automation Engineering and Maintenance to verify that the design of all production equipment meets all regulatory and DENSO standards.
• After consulting with Automation Engineering and Maintenance, creates equipment specifications based upon requirements for GUI/communication interfaces and networking requirements. 
• Collaborates with production planning to schedule electrical work and equipment modifications and/or installation. 
• Develops clear and concise operator instruction manuals. 
• May train or mentor less experienced engineers. 
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or other related engineering field 
• 5+ years as a Machine builder, Controls Engineer or related 
• PLC programming experience with a focus on Allen Bradley and Studio 5000
• Functional experience programming VFD’s and Servo controllers.
• Proficiency in creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment 
• Strong background of system design, implementation, testing and maintenance
• Experience with Functional Safety standards

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• PLC programming, controls circuit design, machine safety standards and component selection criteria knowledge and experience required 
• Analytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to complex situations 
• Written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills. Ability to communicate with internal and external customers on issues of moderate to considerable importance, up to and including senior management. 
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure 
• Ability to work within tight timeframes and meet strict deadlines 
• Project management skills, including identifying and scheduling process steps, determining resources and staff required to successfully complete assigned projects or project steps and reporting on project  
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint  
• Ability to apply process improvement planning and checking to own work output and to assist others with identifying gaps in work results 

Benefits Summary:
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans
    • 401K with 4% Company Match 
    • Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
    • Bonus Program 
    • FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
    • Company provided Life, Disability, ADD, and Business Travel Insurance
    • Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
    • Various Optional Insurance Programs such as Legal, Identity Theft, Critical Illness, etc. 
    • Tuition Reimbursement 
    • Career Development and Ongoing Training 
    • Employee Assistance Program 
    • Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
    • Volunteer opportunities 
    • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
    • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
    • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location) 
Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance. 
Annual Salary: $96,000 - $120,000