We are looking for a creative, collaborative and results driven Associate Controls & Automation Engineer to work in tandem with the Controls & Automation Engineer. The successful candidate will assist in evaluating and selecting automation hardware/software to meet current and future needs.
The day in the life of a Controls & Automation Engineer:
Provides input to managing the controls and automation systems testing, quality control, data retrieval and training for packaging and processing equipment.
Assists in managing the controls and automation interface, testing, quality control, data retrieval, and training for all packaging and processing equipment.
Assists with the development and modification of PLC & HMI programs.
Provides project engineering support to process areas of the beverage plant facilities.
Supports the implementation of facility control system standardization and process improvement tasks.
Provides controls support for the manufacturing facility and assist plant mechanics in troubleshooting.
Ensures documentation for control/electrical system and document change control procedures.
Assists with the development and management of controls related capital projects.
Contributes to determination and maintainability of new process control systems and manage process controls change control procedures for existing equipment.
What you will need to know:
Minimum bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or 3 years of related experience.
Food and beverage or pharmaceutical experience a plus.
Perform Electrical Troubleshooting techniques.
Knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC-5, SLC-500, MicroLogix and ControlLogix hardware
Knowledge of RSLogix5, RSLogix500, and RSLogix5000 software
Troubleshoot, maintain, and program PLCs, VFDs, HMIs and Vision Systems
Troubleshoot and maintain Ethernet, Remote I/O and DeviceNet communication networks
General knowledge of National Electrical Code, a plus
Read electrical schematics and Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID's)
Strong computer skills (AutoCAD, MS Project, MS Office)
Strong interpersonal, collaboration and communication skills
Capable of working on multiple projects and prioritizing workload
Able to work cross-functionally in team environment and at various organizational levels