Job Summary:The Automation & Controls Engineer will design, develop, implement, and maintain test & production equipment that supports all Valcor product lines and development hardware initiatives.
Duties/Responsibilities:- Participates in initial equipment conceptual development, while balancing product & process requirements, layout complexity, cost, lead time, and schedule constraints.
- Design production process, technology upgrade, and control system solutions that maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and minimize cost.
- Deploys automated processes and equipment into production.
- Perform project management functions including business justification assessments, scheduling, tracking budget/spend, and reporting.
- Develop and write documentation as required (process validation plan, work instructions, system audits, technical reports, etc.).
- Develop automation, control, and test system code with an emphasis on generating code that is organized, structured, documented, maintainable and reusable for manufacturing and test applications.
- Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
- Collaborates with all areas of the business to better align projects for success.
- Communicates with leadership teams regarding project details, including properly developing business justifications by articulating technical recommendations as needed and escalating issues/risks appropriately.
- Ensures safe practices are employed.
- Supports coordination and execution of outside laboratory testing as needed.
- Troubleshoots automated systems as needed and ensures equipment maintenance is conducted in a timely manner to support production needs.
- Performs other related duties as required.
Required Skills/Abilities:- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Working knowledge in electrical, pneumatic and fluid system design as it pertains to control systems.
- Experience designing and programming automation, control, and test SCADA systems (i.e.: PLCs, HMIs, LabVIEW or similar).
- Experience creating and debugging LabVIEW programs a plus
- Working knowledge of testing protocols and results analysis.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and procedures.
- Working knowledge of
- Experience working on continuous improvement projects utilizing structured problem solving
- Working knowledge of IT basics
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:- Bachelors degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics or similar Engineering required.
- 3+ years of experience in the design and commissioning of automation and controls systems for industrial applications
Physical Requirements:- High mix between hands-on work in a lab environment and working at a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
All candidates must meet the US persons criteria.
Please note: The salary range is based on our market pay structure. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At Valcor Engineering, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 30+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; long term disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program. Our leave programs include Vacation and PTO time off, paid holidays, as well as other types such as bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards.
