Overall responsibility for all controls-related activities in the shop, Leading and assisting production in all controls-related topics and issues
Support and assist the maintenance team in troubleshooting difficult breakdowns and chronic equipment failures
Responsible for implementing and managing continuous process optimization including the addition of advanced and conventional technologies to improve quality, productivity and reduce overall waste
Develop & maintain proper documentation of all electrical equipment and associated procedures, making updates as required by modifications
Responsibility for designing, selecting, managing, programming, and commissioning of automation equipment used to improve the existing systems
Identify weak areas of the production systems using root cause analysis and first principles thinking, and implement effective countermeasures using all available means
Implement and maintain quality control methods including pokeyokes, data tracking systems, part recognition, and problem reporting.
Optimization and improvement of human-machine interfaces, and SCADA systems, and MES interfaces
Creation and improvements of equipment safety standards, and the implementation of those standards into the manufacturing equipment, including periodic checks and qualification inspections
Understand and program using several different programming styles, including ladder logic, structured text
Managing the network and hardware IT infrastructure
What You’ll Bring
BSc./MSc. Degree in electrical, mechatronics, mechanical engineering, or equivalent experience
2+ years of professional controls engineering experience
2+ years of advanced PLC programming knowledge on Siemens, Allen Bradley, or equivalent PLCs in a professional environment
Understanding of databases and various program languages (Java, Python)
HMI programming experience – Ignition
Robotic programming skills desired
Proven project management experience
Proficient in CAD working with electrical diagrams and prints
Willing to perform shift work (nights) and overtime as required