Mftg Engineer Specialist-Controls

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits, conduit routing and wiring, electrical panel design, pneumatic design, hydraulic design, PLC's, HMI's, robot programming, VFD's (Variable Frequency Drive), servo applications, visual inspections systems, measurement sensors (contact and non-contact), and device communication networks (EtherCat, Ethernet/IP, RS-232).
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to meet deadlines without endangering the safety of himself/herself or others, or the integrity of the equipment.
• Ability to consider all facets of a project and assemble a plan to demonstrate the time and resources required to complete the project.
• Ability to interact professionally and maintain a positive working relationship, which at times may be under difficult circumstances and/or high-pressure situations.

Responsibilities

• Develops operation manuals that detail the functionality and set-up of the equipment being designed or modified.
• Examines and understands supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications.
• Ensures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the requirements as outlined in the approved specification, as well as other industry accepted practices in the event the specification doesn't meet a particular code.
• Performs preventative maintenance as requested to ensure minimum downtime and optimum operation of machines and equipment.
• Affords assistance with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other Engineers.
• Performs all required maintenance of automation programs and makes changes as needed.
• Aids in the development of the automation and other continuous improvement projects.
• Troubleshoots electrical problems using electrical schematics, programs and meters.