Manufacturing Engineer - Eljen

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and troubleshoot automated equipment.
• Develop and maintain machine interfaces and operator control systems.
• Maintain industrial communication networks and protocols (e.g. Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, Modbus RTU, MQTT, and serial communications).
• Install equipment, components, sensors, and wiring on new and existing machines.
• Develop data acquisition and logging systems for process monitoring and reporting.
• Support database integration, reporting, and visualization tools.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, operating procedures, and user manuals.
• Create and implement electrical panels, wiring diagrams, and control schematics.
• Perform testing, commissioning, and validation of new equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical, instrumentation, and software issues in production environments.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, technicians, and production personnel to improve equipment performance and reliability.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Computer, or Automation Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience programming PLCs in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with industrial control systems and electrical troubleshooting.
• Understanding of industrial networking and communication protocols.
• Ability to read and create schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of managing projects and resolving technical challenges independently.
• Comfortable learning new technologies, processes, and engineering disciplines through independent research and hands-on application.

Preferred

• Experience with BRX, AutomationDirect, Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or similar PLC platforms.
• Experience with HMI development.
• Experience with SQL databases and data collection systems.
• Experience with SCADA, MES, or industrial reporting systems.
• Experience with Python, JavaScript, C#, or similar programming languages.
• Experience with industrial IoT applications.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, process controls, temperature control, pressure measurement, and sensor integration.
• Experience with Autodesk Inventor, Solidworks, or similar 3D modelling program.

About Ludlum Measurements

Ludlum Measurements, Inc. designs and manufactures radiation detection instruments used in environmental, industrial, and governmental applications around the world. Since 1962, we’ve been dedicated to building reliable products and providing exceptional customer support to help protect people and the environment. When you join Ludlums, you will learn new skills, acquire knowledge, and use these values to help grow in your career and fulfill your professional goals. We have a technical, clever talent pool here and want you to join us!