Automation Controls Engineer II
$111,000–$134,000 year
On-siteSaint Paul, Minnesota, United States
Job Summary
Create new programs for machines, complete integrated systems, and design controls systems for machinery. Organize and maintain updated libraries of PLC, Robot, and auxiliary device files while evaluating cost alternatives for current and future designs. Assist Checkout Technicians with factory testing and Service Department with troubleshooting machines via telephone or on-site at customer facilities. Review and troubleshoot customer field issues to recommend viable solutions for quick resolution. Act as an advocate for the integrated packaging line, play a supervisory role related to subcontractor vendors, and manage the program for a commercialized product line. Perform regular updates on the code base and share improvements with others. Work 70% in an office setting, 20% on the assembly floor or at customer sites, with 15% travel time.
Required Qualifications
- Four-year degree in Electrical Engineering or two-year degree in Engineering (or equivalent)
- 6 years of related experience in Electrical/Controls Engineering or a related field
- Experience with AB PLC
- Experience with HMI
- Experience with Servo Control
- Experience with advanced motion development for multi-axis servo-driven robotics
- Able to read, understand, analyze and problem solve electrical schematics
- Able to use standard computer programs for work processing including Microsoft Office products
- Able to tutor and/or lead others on designs and projects
- Must exhibit a high level of inquisitiveness, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities
- Able to adapt to a fast-paced environment
- Communicates clearly and effectively (verbally and non-verbally) to individuals and groups, internally and externally, to exchange ideas and convey detailed information accurately
- Works well with a variety of people and personalities, and with other Delkor departments
- Works collaboratively, as a team member, to suggest ideas and resolve issues in a positive manner
- Self-motivated and able to work independently and accurately with minimal supervision
- Takes ownership of his or her area(s) of responsibility
- Understands the need to work productively, making good use of his or her time
- Strong leadership skills including the ability to independently problem solve engineering issues
- Innovative in developing more efficient and effective methods of completing assigned tasks
- Well organized with a strong aptitude for details
- Possess arm and hand mobility and strength to lift, bend, hold, reach, carry, push and pull packages, supplies, and the like used by the Engineering Department and to support the production floor
- Seventy percent (70%) of the work is performed in an office setting, carrying out detail work sitting at a desk and working on the computer, or working at an office table
- Twenty percent (20%) of the work is performed on an assembly floor or at customer sites with exposure to tools, dirt, dust, chemicals, metals and plastics, varying temperatures, construction noises and odors from production processes
- The estimated amount of time spent traveling to customer sites is fifteen percent (15%)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with Fanuc robot controls preferred
- Experience with robotics/vision systems preferred
- Experience with SolidWorks or 3D CAD
- Experience with AutoCAD Electrical
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