Startup Engineer

About the role

Broetje Automation is seeking two full-time engineers to join our team in Kinston, NC. This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for international travel.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions
• Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices
• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support
• Maintain logs & written records of duties performed

Requirements

• Required Education: BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, BS in Computer Science, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools
• Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and 3+ years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
• Desirable Experience: Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience, Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience, Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik OneCNC troubleshooting experience, Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)
• Qualifications: Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration, Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels, CNC troubleshooting experience, Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC, Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc), Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors, Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbs, Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environment, Must have shift flexibility, Open to working weekend shifts – (3) 12-hour shifts, Must be able to travel to customer sites, primarily Charleston, SC and Kinston, NC (50%+ travel expected)

Benefits

• 6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period
• 100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability plan & group life insurance program
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr
• International travel opportunities (Germany)