Broetje Automation

Startup Engineer

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Wichita, KS, USA

In-Office

34-43 Hourly

Entry level

Aerospace

The Role

Provides electrical and controls engineering support for new aircraft manufacturing automation equipment. Acts as a subject matter expert in Siemens PLCs, HMIs, motion control, robotics, sensors, and electromechanical systems. Troubleshoots electrical, CNC, and automation problems, supports machine commissioning at customer sites, applies knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and maintains work records. The role requires approximately 30% travel, physical work in manufacturing environments, overtime, and occasional weekend shifts.

Summary Generated by Built In

Job Title: Startup Engineer
Position available in: Wichita, KS
Job Type: Full time
Positions Available: 2
Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA).
Compensation/Benefits:

Competitive hourly wage, ranges $34.00 – 43.00/hour, plus overtime
6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period
100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
Disability plan & group life insurance program
3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr
International travel opportunities (Germany)

Required Education:

BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, technical certificate in mechatronics, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools.
Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience.

Desirable Experience:

Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience
Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One
CNC troubleshooting experience
Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)
Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems

Qualifications:

Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration
Understanding of PLC programming languages
Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels
CNC troubleshooting experience
Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC
Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc.)
Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
Willing to travel to customer sites (30% travel expected)
Experience with aerial platforms and working at heights
Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbs
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environment
Open to working overtime and weekend shifts

Job Responsibilities:

Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions
Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices
Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming
Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support
Maintain logs & written records of duties performed

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Skills Required

BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering, technical certificate in mechatronics, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools
Hands-on industrial automation experience or equivalent experience
Understanding of electrical design practices, machine and motion control systems, electromechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration
Understanding of PLC programming languages
Experience troubleshooting electrical control panels
CNC troubleshooting experience
Knowledge of Siemens 840D or WINCC NC controllers
Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems
Strong communication skills and ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
Willingness to travel to customer sites, approximately 30%
Experience using precision measurement equipment such as dial indicators and calipers
Ability to work from aerial platforms and at heights
Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing approximately 40 pounds
Ability to stand, walk for extended periods, and repeatedly climb stairs in a manufacturing environment
Willingness to work overtime and weekend shifts
Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience
Siemens TIA Portal and Sinumerik One experience
Experience with IEC 61131 PLC programming languages

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The Company

HQ: Rastede

189 Employees

Year Founded: 1979

What We Do

Broetje-Automation is the world's leading expert for production processes in the aerospace industry. At 23 locations and service centers worldwide, we plan and implement machines and systems for aircraft assembly and production. Our group of companies provides all necessary solutions to equip your factory of the future, both with robots and machines as well as for turnkey factory planning and digital integration from data acquisition to line management. Our global service teams ensure your production is running smoothly and efficient 24/7.