Electrical Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Controls Engineer

Reports to: Engineering Manager

FLSA: Exempt

Job Summary

The electrical controls engineer will design and troubleshoot electrical control systems for our processing equipment. You will be required to analyze design requirements, generate schematic diagrams, create bills of material, develop PLC and HMI application software, and verify/validate designs through simulations and testing. Commissioning and troubleshooting of equipment on our shop floor and at customer facilities as required.

Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and configuration of new automation systems, upgrading older machinery to new control platforms and upgrading existing manufacturing lines in varied industries
• Conduct customer requirement reviews addressing overall specifications, component selection, machine control layouts and programming PLC and HMI to meet customer specifications
• Implement a complete software solution including PLC, HMI and other 3rd party devices programming from controls specifications and drawings
• Perform software installation, I/O testing and debugging of PLC and HMI software
• Participate in product and system design reviews, machine testing, installation and start-up
• Design and develop electrical control systems that will interface with process manufacturing equipment and devices
• Utilizing managed switches and Ethernet/IP topology
• Confirms control system functionality, including appropriate safety compliance, by designing and/or executing test procedures
• Designs and recommends the control system architecture, products, components, and applications used in manufacturing processes; identifies and resolves system integration and interface issues
• Works with Fanuc and Siemens CNC machines, troubleshooting and programming Fanuc robots
• Evaluates new and emerging manufacturing and control technologies, adapting into specifications as appropriate
• Design, development, component selection, evaluation, and installation of machine controls hardware
• Prepares and/or reviews electrical controls drawings; collaborates with related engineering teams to evaluate components, materials, and suppliers
• Provides information to manufacturing, process, and other engineering disciplines by answering questions and requests
• Keeps equipment operating by performing periodic audits; troubleshooting breakdowns; requesting supplies; defining and reviewing preventive maintenance plans; calling for repairs; and implementing process improvements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate is self-motivated and prefers freedom over micromanagement
• BS EE Degree or proven, equivalent electrical/electronic control experience
• 5 + years of experience with industrial electrical/machine control system design
• At least 5 years of experience working in Controls Engineering positions in a manufacturing environment
• Strong emphasis on automation
• Experience in Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming and products
• Possess both electrical and mechanical aptitude
• Process Control equipment experience
• Ability to work with other engineering and manufacturing personnel to resolve problems on the plant floor
• Knowledge of VFDs and coordinated drive systems (AB Power Flex, Siemens SINAMICS, etc.)
• Knowledge of motion control systems, including servo applications
• Advanced knowledge of PLC programming
• Knowledge of network and communication protocols, HMI systems, and AutoCAD
• Works with Fanuc and Siemens CNC machines, troubleshooting and programming Fanuc robots.
• Works with Keyence vision systems and their closed loop feedback into upstream equipment
• Experience with NEC,UL, CE and CSA, Wonderware, web-handling, or PID temperature controls a big plus
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to represent the company in a professional manner
• Excellent problem solving and time management skills
• Licenses or certifications such as: PMP, APICS, FPX, PMI, VLSS, CPM, NAPM, CIPM, AP, LEED a plus
• Fluent in English

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
• Frequent walking

About TekModo:

TekModo is an organization that is positioned as a Tier 1 technology integrator, founded for the purpose of assembling, supplying, and integrating new, highly innovative material and system technologies for the recreational vehicle, cargo, conversion, and marine industries. Our business processes are oriented towards adding long-term value and competitiveness for our clients and partners, jointly discovering business opportunities, and developing products, procedures and services that are on a high scientific and technical level.