Controls/Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Automatic Handling International, Inc. has been supplying the Global Fortune 500 Consumer Products Manufacturing Industry as a worldwide Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of custom and patented handling and packaging systems since 1972.

Summary:

Programs PLCs and user interfaces for fully automatic patented OEM equipment and prototypes.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop PLC (Allen-Bradly) software for material handling

· Support electrical and control work performed by electricians and contractors while on customer site

Job Functions:

· Software programming for Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs

· Perform training for customer personnel as part of the commissioning process

· Engineer and design pneumatic schematics and electrical wiring programs

· Design electrical control panels and programmable human-machine interface (HMI) software

· Design programmable logic controller software

· Debug and provide start-up support for control systems

· Support various I/O devices connected to PLC's including HMI's, scanners, remote I/O, sensors, relays, solenoids, servo drives, etc., and support/assist maintenance personnel in troubleshooting pneumatic circuits

· Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, and/or equivalent

· 5 years of experience with Allen-Bradley or Siemens software required

· Experience with Rockwell, and programs FactoryTalk

· Experience with EPLAN a plus

· Experience with industrial power & control circuits

· Related Controls Engineering manufacturing experience and material handling a plus

· Ability to troubleshoot problems with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems interfacing with electrical systems

· Willing to work overtime and travel up to 25%

Benefits:

· Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short-Term Disability insurance options

· 401(k) with company match

· Michigan Sick, Vacation, and 8 paid holidays