Controls Engineer (Bilingual Japanese/English) at Ricoh Electronics, Inc. in Lawrenceville, Georgia

Job Description:

Title Controls Engineer (Bilingual Japanese/English)
Job Category: Engineering
Requisition Number: ENGIN001741
Posted: September 17, 2024
Full-Time

Job Details

Description

Ricoh Electronics, Inc. (REI) is looking for a bilingual (Japanese/English) Controls Engineer to join our Thermal Engineering team. The Controls Engineer will use their knowledge in control systems, automation, and instrumentation to optimize industrial processes, enhance operational efficiency, ensure safety and reliability, and drive technological innovation across various processes. This position will use their Japanese/English bi-lingual language skills to communicate with global teams for technology strategies and alignment.

The Controls Engineer will:

• Develop control system architectures, including hardware and software components, based on project requirements and specifications.
• Design and implement control algorithms, such as PID controllers, state-space controllers, or advanced control techniques, to achieve desired system performance.
• Write, debug, and test control software, including PLC programs, HMI applications.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot control system issues, identify root causes of problems, and implement corrective actions to ensure reliable operation.
• Stay updated with advancements in control system technologies, industry trends, and best practices through self-directed learning, training programs, and participation in professional organizations.

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Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Experience

Required

3+ years’ experience equipment engineering in a controls engineer function.

Must be proficient in both spoken and written Japanese and English

Must possess a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, collaborative abilities, and a commitment to continuous learning to design and implement innovative control solutions that meet the needs of diverse industries and applications.

Ability to adapt to new PLC and automation systems

Good project management skills, including multi-tasking, prioritizing, managing time effectively.

Must have ability to diagnose and troubleshoot fundamental technical issues and provide step-by-step technical help.

Good listening, verbal, and written communication, along with presentation skills.

Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with teammates, customers, and partners.

Ability to communicate complex technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences in person, via phone, or email.

Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.

Intermediate skills in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel)

Preferred

Experience in Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Yaskawa systems

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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