Controls Engineer

Carlex

$80K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BSEE or BSME degree required.
  • 3-5 years of PLC and Robot programming/troubleshooting experience.
  • 1-3 years of Siemens S7 programming experience preferred.
  • High understanding of Fanuc and ABB Robot operations.
  • Proficient in Ethernet cabling, Device Net, RIO and PC networking.

Responsibilities

  • Troubleshoot and program existing and new plant automation equipment.
  • Design and program PLC controls for automation.
  • Travel to sister plants as necessary for project needs.
  • Maintain schedules for multiple plant projects.
  • Program robots to meet production needs and perform touch-ups as required.
  • Optimize production line flow and troubleshoot cycle time and quality issues.
  • Assist in developing preventative maintenance plans for both new and existing equipment.

Benefits

  • Regular and predictable attendance required.
  • Work beyond traditional hours may be necessary depending on workload.
  • Hands-on training opportunities available for skill development.
Full Job Description
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

  • Support production by troubleshooting and programming existing and new plant automation equipment

  • Program and design new and existing PLC controls

  • Travel to sister plants as needed for completion of core job functions.

  • Maintain accurate and consistent schedules for projects and tasks for multiple plant projects.

  • Programming of robots and touching up points as needed to support production needs.

  • Working with production and process to optimize line flow, cycle time issues and quality concerns through changes in programming or troubleshooting of controls.

  • Program and design new and existing PLC controls.

  • Help plan preventative maintenance plans for equipment in the plant both new and current.

  • Work to help develop new technology for the plant to utilize in efforts to improve cycle times and quality detection / prevention systems.

  • Help train plant techs and engineers on controls related skills.

  • Create and correct plant electrical drawings for equipment.

  • Work with plant teams to help develop accurate quoting models.


REQUIREMENTS

Education:

  • BSEE or BSME Degree required


Years of Experience:

  • 3 - 5 Years of experience programming and troubleshooting PLCs and Robots
  • 1-3 Years of Siemens S7 programming experience a plus


Other Requirements:

  • Regular and predictable attendance required

  • High level of understanding of Fanuc Robots and ABB robot operations

  • Demonstrated understanding of Ethernet cabling and addressing, Device Net, RIO, and wireless PC networking

  • Understanding of basic concepts of MMIs, familiar with PanelView Plus and PanelView hardware

  • Demonstrated understanding of Cognex In-Sight software

  • Demonstrated knowledge of ladder logic programming, PLC 5, SLC500, ControlLogix, MicroLogix, RIO, Ethernet I/P, DeviceNet

  • Demonstrated understanding of AC and DC motors and servo systems

  • Working knowledge of Kinetix, Ultra3000, PowerFlex, 1305 and 1338 drives

  • Valid driver's license required for business travel

  • Work beyond the traditional 40 hours per week may be required as workload or projects dictate, including, nights, weekends and holidays


KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Advanced/Intermediate skill level with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

  • Excellent Analytical Skills

  • Ability to use RS Net Worx software, RS View Studio and Panel Builder software

  • Ability to perform electrical troubleshooting and read electrical prints

  • Ability to wire industrial control systems including 480V/120V/24V power, drives, motors, I/O and sensors

  • Ability to design, diagnose, and troubleshoot vision applications

  • Ability to connect to PLC and navigate programming software

  • Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis.

  • Ability and willingness to uphold the Carlex Values of Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence and Trust

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