Description

Position SummaryThe Control Design Engineer is primarily responsible for all aspects of controller technology within the New Tech Product Family. This includes all design aspects, testing, programming, and documentation for custom control systems. These activities are intended to keep New Tech Machinery on the leading edge of controller technology and equipment safety systems. Additionally, driving any internal automation efforts in our manufacturing facilities.

Job Duties

• Design and Testing:
  • Review new products and processes related to controller operations. Maintain strong industry knowledge of all facets related to controller technology.
  • Specify products to be used in controller assemblies.
  • Maintain documentation and other related records as to design and functionality.
  • Develop and maintain all electrical schematics, and assembly drawings.
  • Establish testing protocols to ensure functionality meets design criteria.
  • Conduct equipment testing prior to release for manufacturing and documentation of results.
  • Maintain development schedules for new product release and product updates as directed by supervisor and organizational needs.
• Programming:
  • Develop all programming logic for PLC's and HMI for all controllers.
  • Maintain old programs when revisions changes are made.
  • Maintain method to associate program loading with serialized controllers for end user trouble shooting and support.
  • Be an internal expert to support our service department personnel in troubleshooting and resolving in field issues.
• Establish manufacturing cells for in-house assembly of controllers and related systems:
  • Working with our manufacturing team, establish assembly processes to ensure compliant builds to current revision.
  • Establish methods and processes to ensure controllers are tested for 100% compliance prior to leaving the manufacturing cell.
  • Develop method to serialize each controller assembly with unique identifiable serial number.
  • Develop effective kitting and installation of wiring kits in our manufacturing facilities.
  • Work with manufacturing team and quality to continuously improve manufacturing efficiencies.
• Responsible for the continuous improvement in functionality of controller programs:
  • Working with our customers, and industry experts, enhance functionality in control performance that is seen as value to our customer base. That is willing to pay for this functionality.
• Complete any and all other duties assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Education
A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field. Knowledge of PLC platforms (Siemens, Allen-Bradley). Must be able to develop program codes for Siemen products. Must have experience in leading development of controller systems. Prefer experience in new controller development for OEM manufacturer.

Experience & Skills
1. At least 5 years of progress controller development.
2. Excellent organizational skills.
3. Ability to determine and implement effective solutions.
4. Ability to identify cost savings strategies and present to supervisor.
5. Must be a team player able to work effectively at all levels of an organization with the ability to influence others to move toward consensus.
6. Must be highly reliable, trustworthy, honest, and commitment oriented.
7. Excellent math skills and overall PC literacy (Microsoft Office) are required.
8. Must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and disciplined with the ability to handle multi-task.
9. Requires solid written and verbal communication skills and the demonstrable ability to communicate appropriately at all levels of the organization.
10. Must successfully complete a criminal background check, physical, drug screen and E-verify.