Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field preferred
5-7 years of experience as a Controls Engineer preferred
Experience with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC/HMI systems
Proficient in industrial communication protocols like Ethernet, Profibus, RS-232, Devicenet, DH+
Responsibilities
Design and improve control systems including robotics and PLC logic
Integrate machine and plant networking for remote access and monitoring
Ensure compliance with safety and control standards with OEMs
Incorporate barcode reading and OCR systems into equipment
Coordinate effectively with management and engineering teams
Self-learn new control technologies and systems as they evolve
Manage project timelines and costs
Assist in identifying critical spare parts for equipment
Mentor and train plant controls engineers where needed
Benefits
Full medical, dental and vision plan with optional benefits
Fertility benefits for medical plan enrollees
Parental Leave and Adoption and Surrogacy benefits for salaried employees
Tuition reimbursement for eligible employees
50% match on contributions up to 8% for retirement savings
Salary continuation and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
Full Job Description
Description
We are currently searching for Sr Controls Engineer to join our North America Corporate Engineering Group. This position can be located at any of our plants in the United States and will be based on the successful candidates current location. The role will also require up to 50% travel to our North America Plants.
What you will do:
Design, update, and continuously improve controls systems including robotics, Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC logic, electrical distribution, motor controls, motion controls, operator interfaces, hydraulics and pneumatics controls, and vision systems
Integrate machine and plant networking solutions to provide remote access to equipment, equipment monitoring and data storage, and Poke-Yoke traceability
Able to work with OEMs to guarantee new equipment is designed and built to Auria's and national & local authority's safety and controls standards
Integrate various barcode reading and OCR systems into various equipment and secondary tooling
Coordinate in a professional and effective manner with all levels of management, engineering, maintenance, etc to ensure new equipment and upgrades are implemented in the best possible means
Candidate is expected to teach themselves functionality of new devices and controls systems as technology advances and equipment is updated
Manage timelines and costs with each project
Assist in identifying critical spares on new and current equipment.
Mentor and train plant controls engineers where applicable.
Other Duties as Assigned Other duties as assigned.
What you will gain as a part of the Auria Team:
An opportunity to enroll in full medical, dental and vision plan. As well as voluntary benefits.
Fertility Benefits available for those enrolled in our medical plan for financial support of treatment options
Parental Leave and Adoption and Surrogacy Benefits for salaried employees
Tuition Reimbursement available for eligible employees to continue education
Auria matches 50% of your contributions up to 8%, for a maximum Auria match of 4%
Salary Continuation & Long Term Disability (LTD)
What you will bring:
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field , preferred
5-7 years of experience as a Controls Engineer, preferred
Experience Allen Bradley and Siemens and PLC/HMI systems
Industrial protocols such as Ethernet, Profibus, RS-232, Devicenet, DH+
Travel Requirements:
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time to North American Plants, including Mexico
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability:
Ability to setup, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC control systems and related accessories
Ability to setup, troubleshoot, and maintain VFD and Servo motor controls
Basic LAN knowledge and functionality (TCP/IP)
Basic LAN hardware knowledge (switches, cabling, routers)
Ability to perform Software installation/upgrading
Knowledge of manufacturing equipment and systems involving thermoforming, IR ovens, Hot Air ovens, Ultrasonic Welding, and robotics
Knowledge of safety systems and the integration of those systems.
Ability to communicate cross functionally with both plant and corporate teams
When applying to Auria positions, you will be taken to our career site (careers.auriasolutions.com) to apply directly with us even through external job boards. Auria utilizes an in-depth interview process and will extend offers to successful candidates only at the completion of our process.
Auria reminds all candidates that we will never ask for sensitive financial information throughout our process. We remind all candidates to take caution with any position that they are applying for or when engaging with recruiters.
