Automation Engineer - Controls

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Automation Engineer - Controls

@ SafeSource Direct

Role and Responsibilities:

• Concept, Design, and Install automated equipment and hardware related to controls.
• Develop electrical diagrams
• Develop automation programs
• Define requests for quotes
• Lead and perform collaborative interdepartmental efforts to analyze and select supplier/partners
• Program and configure Robot’s, PLCs, and HMI systems to meet system requirements
• Troubleshoot and maintain control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, drives, and networks
• Collaborate with other engineers and project managers to ensure projects are completed on-time and within budget
• Conduct testing and commissioning of automation systems
• Develop KPI for automated production systems and monitor the KPI to ensure high system availability. Provide a dashboard for all system related issues and resolutions
• Install patches and updates and take part in revision control
• Support Plant operation for various maintenance activities
• Proactively identifies technical opportunities and for control system improvements.
• Demonstrates a high level of understanding of both basic and advanced process control concepts and technologies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of industry standards and emerging practices that apply to control systems, safety, and to automation in general.
• Analyzing problems or deficiencies and developing solutions to resolve them.
• Conducting experiments and evaluations to improve and innovate production.
• Estimating budgets and time scopes for each project.
• Writing technical documentation for machine operators.
• Ensuring that products meet compliance regulations.
• Collaborating with project managers and other engineers in our team.

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Qualifications:

Qualifications/Skills:

• Ability to function independently and with a team to achieve objectives
• BS Degree in Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years of previous experience in discrete manufacturing plant and/or experience with Custom Automation Builder
• required.
• Analytical mindset with ability to troubleshoot/investigate issues
• Self starter and self motivated
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Prioritization skills with ability to thrive in fast paced environment
• Strong knowledge of consensus standards (ANSI, NFPA, RIA, etc.)

Additional Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

• Experience with Web Handling and/or Converting Systems
• Experience with complex vision systems
• Experience with structured text programming languages
• Exposure and/or experience in Lean Six Sigma methodologies

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How to Apply:

Apply online at https://www.safesourcedirect.com/careers. 

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