As an
Automation Engineer II/ Sr. for the Machine Development Center (MDC) with Greenheck Group, you will design, program, assemble, and install electrical controls used in machines and tooling systems. Support the Automation and Controls team with their projects, as well as providing post machine installation troubleshooting and support. Responsible for intermediate - advanced programming each of the following: HMI, PLC, Robot, Vision.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING60% of the time- Manage medium sized machine installations including:
- Specify power requirements and locations
- Request network connections and configurations
- Disconnect machine at machine development center (MDC) and reconnect in the final location
- Coordinate tasks with IT, maintenance, mechanical designers, etc.
- Train maintenance personnel and automation and controls technicians
- Participate in preventative maintenance events as needed
- Travel to Greenheck locations to complete machine installs, as efficiently as possible, at times with little notice
25% of the time- Create electrical schematics and electrical cabinet layout using AutoCAD electrical
- Write PLC/HMI/Robot Program using over 50 manufacturer software packages
- Typical programs range from medium complexity coordinated motion programs using complex calculations, to simple machine control
- Build and wire electrical panels
10% of the time- Use manufacturer's software to develop BOMs
- Travel to Greenheck facilities to install or repair machines and train maintenance and manufacturing personnel
- Perform design calculations to determine component sizing, overload protection, motor sizing, wire sizing, and circuit sizing
- Draw sheet metal parts with AutoCAD
- Work with application engineers at external control manufacturers for advanced programming solutions
- Continuously be up to date with NEC standards, documents (CUL, CSA, UL, NEC, NFPA 70e, IEC) in an effort to support all Greenheck CNC machines and robots
- Offer advanced troubleshooting services on CNC machines
- Contact control manufacturers when necessary
- Write robot programs for new products
- Work with business units to create and modify programs that make robotic welding programs and CNC programs more efficient, more operator friendly, and have better parts traceability
- Support machines built by outside manufacturers
- Integrate purchased machines to MDC machines or to other purchased machines
- Investigate and install monitoring equipment on purchased machines
- Modify purchased machines to comply with company safety standards
5% of the time- Develop electrical parts list for the project, order parts for projects
- Wire external machine components to electrical cabinet
- Design medium complexity machine guarding strategies that comply with OSHA and ANSI standards, to ensure the safety of our Greenheck teammates
- Work with IT Application developers with program integrations
- Code machines for SAP integration
- Power up, troubleshoot, and commission machine to make production ready
- Integrate hydraulic and pneumatic systems into the machine electrical control system
- Post machine installation troubleshooting and support
- Support product development engineers with new products and field problems
- Interpret NEC violations flagged by field inspectors
- Support new product development so that the product meets NEC standards
- Assist with specifying electrical components to be installed on Greenheck products
- Support product development engineers with field problem installation and troubleshooting, following NEC, NFPA, and UL standards for compliance
- Support automation and controls technicians with their projects
- Provide parts lists with standard components used
- Research safety devices appropriate for their application
- Provide programming assistance
- Upgrade existing MDC machines
- Retrofit old control systems with new ones
- Add new safety devices to meet current safety standards
- Add new functions-features to old machines that are needed to produce new products
- Work with business units to add features that allow for better data collection
WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE AS AN AUTOMATION ENGINEER II:- 3-5 years of relevant work experience preferred
- 2 Year / Associate Degree in Electromechanical Technology, Automation Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent years of job experience required
- 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in Electromechanical Technology, Automation Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering preferred
- AutoCad Electrical Drafting software
- Advanced PLC training
- Advanced Motion Programming
- OSHA 1910 and NFPA 70E Safety Training
- Industrial Control Safety Standards
- National Electrical Code Advanced knowledge
- CNC Basic Programming training
- Robotics Basic Programming Training
- UL508A Industrial Control Panel Standards
WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE AS AN AUTOMATION ENGINEER SENIOR:- 6-9 years of relevant work experience preferred.
- 2 Year / Associate Degree in Electromechanical Technology, Automation Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering or equivalent years of job experience required.
- 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in Electromechanical Technology, Automation Engineering Technology, or Electrical Engineering preferred.
- AutoCad Electrical Drafting software
- Advanced PLC training
- Advanced Motion Programming
- OSHA 1910 and NFPA 70E Safety Training
- Industrial Control Safety Standards
- Advanced Knowledge in National Electrical Code (NEC)
- CNC Advanced Programming training
- Robotics Advanced Programming Training
- UL508A Industrial Control Panel Standards
- Leadership Training
SOME THINGS WE THINK YOU SHOULD KNOW- Minimum travel is required
- Will work on-site at our Machine Development Center (MDC) in Schofield, WI
COMPENSATION & BENEFITSGreenheck Group takes pride in providing competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program. The starting base pay range for this position is $95,161 - $144,837 and may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance. With best-in-class benefits, you can be the best you, and together, we can be the best in the industry. Visit our
Perks & Benefits page for more information on these offerings:
- Health & Family Support
- Financial Security
- Learning & Development
- Rewards & Recognition
- Wellbeing & Mental Health
- Work-Life Balance
- Fun Perks
SPECIAL NOTATIONThe preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment, such as a computer and phone. Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The person is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data, and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Occasional mobility required to attend in-person meetings and complete various office tasks.
