Controls Engineer

About the role

The role of Automation Controls Engineer at Sapience Automation involves designing, developing, and implementing PLC programs to control robot systems and other automated systems. Responsibilities also include designing control panels, electrical controls, safety hardware, and pneumatic controls for robot systems and automation equipment. Engineers are responsible for executing installations, debugging, and production launches of robot systems, providing remote support, and collaborating with vendors and the purchasing department.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) programs to control robot systems and other automated systems.
• Program peripheral devices such as vision systems, RFID controllers, and automated inspection equipment.
• Execute the installation, debugging, and production launch of robot systems during the prebuild phase at Sapience and on-site installations.
• Test programs during the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) / Modular Build phase at Sapience’s facility.
• Provide remote support to Sapience team members via remote connection.
• Proficiency with Allen Bradley PLCs or Siemens PLCs is required, and experience with other PLCs, MES systems, or robot programming is a plus.
• Design control panels, electrical controls, safety hardware, and pneumatic controls for robot systems and automation equipment such as conveyors.
• Create detailed drawings of system designs.
• Collaborate with vendors and Sapience’s purchasing department to obtain quotes and procure necessary materials for the system.
• Oversee the panel build process to ensure compliance with specifications. Panel builds are done either internally at Sapience or through partner companies.
• Support engineers during system installation, testing, and debugging.

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in the robotics or automation industry.
• A post-high school degree in a technical discipline.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Troubleshooting and debugging skills related to electrical control systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the robotics or automation industry.
• A post-high school degree in a technical discipline.
• Strong written and spoken communication skills.
• Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Troubleshooting and debugging skills related to electrical control systems.

Skills

• Proficiency with Allen Bradley PLCs or Siemens PLCs.
• Experience with other PLCs, MES systems, or robot programming.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical or E-Plan.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Pay

Competitive compensation packages are offered to qualified candidates.

Schedule

The position is available full-time.

Contact

To apply, please email your resume to sheryl.myc@sapienceautomation.com or call (843) 999-0750.

Location

The position is located in Charleston, South Carolina.