Automation Engineer

About the role

Subject Matter Expert for high-volume, high-speed manufacturing processes in all areas of automation and machine/process controls. Ensure operational stability, efficiency, and security of automation systems and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, monitor, and maintain automation hardware, operating systems and application software to drive plant KPIs.
• Troubleshoot and lend technical support for automated manufacturing processes and equipment including line control and robotic systems.
• Specify and procure related replacement parts and maintenance contracts.
• Assess available options for technology and equipment throughout various areas of manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate and test new or modified software programs and software development procedures used to verify that programs function according to user requirements and established guidelines.
• Assist in the procurement; integrate new equipment and modification of automation software and equipment for material handling, production processing and packaging equipment.
• Create and maintain hardware documentation for all automation equipment.
• Develop new programs, modify, or edit existing programs for process control, robotics, and HMI's.
• Maintain and control current back up programs for all control processors, robotics, HMI’s, and data systems.
• Conduct necessary technology research and provide recommendations.
• Installs and configures new hardware and software and provide user training and support as necessary.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent knowledge and experience required.
• Minimum 5–8 years programming and troubleshooting experience with PLC automation and related controls.
• Must have process/production experience in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, project management and technical skills.
• Extensive knowledge of Allen Bradley PLC systems and Systems Control Technologies.
• Proficient in programming and modification of new and existing PLC's and HMI's.
• Ability to communicate with all levels of personnel, including staff, vendors, and management.
• Ability to prioritize and interpret work requests and work orders.
• Ability to develop training material and provide training to management, technicians, and users.
• Minimum intermediate computer skills required (Microsoft Office Suite).

Physical Demands

• Lift/Carry: 10 lbs or less (Frequently); 11–25 lbs (Frequently)
• Push/Pull: 10 lbs or less (Frequently); 11–25 lbs (Frequently)
• Stand (Occasionally)
• Walk (Occasionally)
• Vision: Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth
• Sense of Sound: Ability to understand conversational speaking
• Sense of Touch
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) per safety guidelines
• Mobility to cover expansive manufacturing environment

Work Environment

Ability to work in an environment that can become very hot (temperature) depending on the weather.