AUTOMATION CONTROLS ENGINEER

Position

The Lee Company is hiring an Automation Controls Engineer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related engineering field
• 5+ years of experience with the design, fabrication, and commissioning of automated assembly and test equipment, specifically in the discipline of electrical controls
• An advanced level of skill programming Allen-Bradley CompactLogix PLCs from blank projects in ladder logic
• A well demonstrated knowledge of all I/O interfacing types (Digital, Analog, Fieldbus, Ethernet, Serial) and the evaluation and selection process for them
• A high level of knowledge in implementing machine safety into the design of equipment by using emergency stops, interlocking doors, safety scanners, and safety relays
• Wide reaching exposure to various sensors used in machine and process control
• An advanced level of skill programming 6-axis, collaborative, and SCARA industrial robots, specific experience with Epson, UR and/or Yamaha robots is a plus
• Experience creating HMI screens that are easy to understand, aesthetically pleasing, and have intuitive navigation schemes
• Knowledge of SCADA platforms such as Ignition
• Experience with relational database systems such as MSSQL Server
• A high level of proficiency in using CAD to create electrical schematics for industrial control panels and field wiring
• Experience selecting and programming vision system components based on the application requirements, specific experience with Cognex and/or Keyence is a plus
• Linear motion control experience using servo and stepper driven systems
• A working knowledge of different part feeding methods, such as traditional bowl feeders and alternative flexible vibratory types

Responsibilities

• Interface with automation equipment and contribute to cross-functional project teams in three key areas – new equipment developed on-site, new equipment developed using outside resources, and the continuous improvement of existing equipment in production
• New equipment developed on-site:
• Be on the forefront of new machine designs, working closely with the mechanical and other engineering teams to develop the controls systems that will bring the machines to life
• Develop Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
• Create electrical control panel schematics and layouts following applicable codes and guidelines such as NFPA79 and NEC using CAD, ensuring the design meets all safety requirements
• Conceptualize, write, and deploy software on Allen-Bradley CompactLogix PLCs using ladder logic following company standards for code cleanliness, reusability, and documentation
• Design and deploy aesthetically pleasing and intuitive HMI screens following company standards
• Integrate and program all components required for machine operation such as robots, servo drives, vision systems, conveyor systems, and pneumatic solenoid valves
• Manage electrical design changes and updates during the build phase, including the layout of field wiring and pneumatic components
• New equipment developed using outside resources:
• Work with vendors on the electrical design and review phases of projects to ensure conformance to applicable company standards
• Document and maintain best practices and preferred component lists to promote continuity across multiple projects
• Develop testing procedures to verify vendor PLC code, HMI screen integrity, and Alarm management to minimize potential downtime after delivery
• Existing equipment in production:
• Install new hardware and perform modifications on existing equipment software to improve reliability, increase throughput or accommodate new assembly steps
• Become an expert on existing machinery to assist with troubleshooting when required
• Participate in quality validation procedures using statistical methods such as Gage R&R, and Process Capability & Performance

The Lee Company Advantages

• Opportunities for career growth in a stable, well-managed company
• Providing an attractive range of benefits including company-paid health insurance, generous profit sharing, full tuition reimbursement, and daycare subsidy
• Situated in southern New England in a rural, campus setting close to the Long Island Sound