Controls Engineer The Controls Engineer is directly responsible for the management and execution of all Engineering activities related to automation solutions for production and/or facility equipment. They provide operational support, troubleshooting, and optimization for assigned equipment, directing and coordinating activities to improve reliability, and applying advanced engineering principles to the design, installation and fine tuning of new equipment.
Develop new automation concepts/specifications or make improvements to existing products.
Evaluate products, parts, and processes for cost efficiency and reliability.
Set, implement and maintain schedules to ensure project completion.
Review initial run of the automation for design compliance and make appropriate changes to ensure product compliance.
Follow the product and make requested automation changes and corrections throughout the life of the product.
Provide technical support by providing information and answers to other engineers, departments and customers
Requirements:
Associates degree in electrical, electro-mechanical or industrial engineering or related field.
2+ years of recent mechanical design experience in a manufacturing environment
2+ years proficiency in Solid Works
At least 1 year of PLC (Allen Bradley) and Robotic (Fanuc) programming experience
Strong mechanical aptitude and process orientation
Familiarity with material flow characteristics
Proficiency with designing, installing, and trouble-shooting prox sensors, limit switches, and thermocouples