Position Summary:

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in industrial automation, with a focus on PLC systems, communications architecture, and integration with robotics and databases in Ignition Platform. This person must be capable of collaborating with cross-functional teams and factory managers. The successful candidate will have knowledge in manufacturing assembly systems, a deep understanding of mechatronics, as well as exceptional interpersonal, organizational and management skills, demonstrating the ability to be an innovator and change agent.

Requirements:

• Generate aesthetic HMI screens for complex machinery that provide enough feedback for troubleshooting.
• Generate PLC ladder logic with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable, and reusable using existing programming standards
• Provide feedback and experience in equipment design reviews
• Participate in conversations with production staff on Automation & Control related topics and issues
• Assist with projects and installations with regard to control systems for production equipment
• Assist production in continuous process optimization of automated lines.
• Support maintenance and sustaining teams in troubleshooting difficult equipment failures
• Generate, modify, and approve electrical schematics created in house
• Develop maintenance documentation, training programs, and lead this training
• Establish test plans and control test plan execution
• Assist in risk assessments and implement findings
• Maintain and improve programming standards for PLC and Ignition SCADA automated systems
• Responsible for backing up and maintaining equipment programs. With Rockwell Automation’s Asset Center
• Debug and optimize automated processes to maximize cycle time and uptime
• Debug and implement corrective actions for breakdowns and chronic equipment failure
• Act as liaison to IT department for Manufacturing Execution Systems during development and implementation
• Participate in supplier and equipment buyoffs
• Have flexible schedule allowing for weekend and on call work schedules
• Be competent and familiar with Fanuc and or ABB robot programming and/or integration with external control systems

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a hands-on Automation & Control Engineer or Robotics Engineer working on automation and/or electromechanical systems
• Must be proficient in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and configuration. Allen-Bradley platforms (ControlLogix, CompactLogix) required. Siemens, Beckhoff is a plus
• Must be proficient in HMI programming, troubleshooting, and configuration. Allen-Bradley FactoryTalk View & Ignition SCADA are preferred
• Proficient in Python, equivalent High-Level programming language (C, C++, C#, Java, etc.) is a plus
• Experience with robot programming (Fanuc, ABB), backup, and restoration
• Experience with SQL, scripting, creating various reports, and utilization of database tools
• Is a Plus with vision systems (Cognex, Datalogic, Fanuc Vision)
• Is a Plus with AutoCAD Electrical for developing electrical schematics
• Is a Plus deploying equipment to high volume manufacturing
• Knowledge of production quality metrics and LEAN methodology
• Experience presenting technical programs with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

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