Control Systems Engineer

About the role

The Control Systems Engineer at BlueScope Coated Products is responsible for directing the design and installation of new or replacement robotic and automation equipment, developing standards for reliability, and ensuring engineering drawings and technical information are up to date. This role also involves leading or assisting in feasibility studies for new robotic or automation equipment, maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, and training operations and maintenance users.

Responsibilities

• Act as project leader on new equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and training.
• Lead or assist in feasibility studies for new robotic or automation equipment.
• Develop and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Train operations and maintenance users in systems operations and maintenance activities.
• Rewrite or modify PLC ladder logic programs to achieve the plant’s Key Performance Indicators.
• Evaluate machinery’s PLC systems to ensure end-of-life items are prioritized for replacement.
• Perform Safeguard techniques and document changes made to programs to prevent inadvertent loading of obsolete programs or complete loss from corrupted memory or files.
• Ensure all systems have secure protection protocols consistent with BlueScope standards.
• Communicate daily with internal personnel from Production and Quality Control to assist in resolving problems and achieving company goals.
• Assist with all safety issues related to production and ensure that safety goals are achieved.
• Create, evaluate, and revise preventive maintenance procedures that drive a reduction in unscheduled downtime, and increase reliability/predictability and consistent quality performance.
• Research and investigate new technologies to decrease BCP's costs, increase effectiveness, and maintain business viability.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
• 3+ years’ automation/robotics/mechatronics project work
• PLC experience, preferably Allen Bradley such as SLC 500, RSlogix 5/500/5000, PLC5, ControlLogix, Micrologix, and Panelview systems
• Able to perform mathematical equations to program PLC such as slope, strip weight tension, coil diameter increase, and RPM to Feet per minute and scaling
• Ability to perform solo programming and commissioning on multiple platforms

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience with automation/robotics/mechatronics project work
• Metals, coating, roll forming or industrial maintenance experience

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience with automation/robotics/mechatronics project work
• Heavy Manufacturing experience in the implementation of automation projects with successful cost and performance outcomes

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to effectively manage projects from conception to completion
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with abstract and concrete variables
• Ability to analyze and solve problems through application of principals of mechanics, electricity, and fluid dynamics to machines and equipment
• Ability to understand the operation of moderately complex tools, machines and systems
• Ability to operate and understand a variety of computer applications and systems such as AutoCAD, Microsoft Office and SAP

Work Environment

• Near moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals
• Extreme cold or heat
• Moderate noise level
• May require the use of hearing protection
• Accessing certain manufacturing areas may require PPE
• Lifting a minimum weight of 75 pounds
• Regularly required to talk or hear, walk, stand, stoop, use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance

Additional Information

• The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.
• Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
• The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope. To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement.
• EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.