Automation Engineer II

Job Description

Who is Jtec

Locally owned and operated with large customer base across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Jtec is vertically integrated - our team does it all! From marketing and selling our product, on to R&D and production engineering teams. Raw materials coming in are machined, welded, painted, assembled, and shipped out to our customers. All with help and assistance along the way from administration and support roles: safety, inventory, quality, production support, maintenance, human resources, and more. We work to help each other improve, grow, and advance together.

What is Jtec

Jtec is at the forefront of new technology and growth, creating innovative solutions for an evolving material handling industry. In 2010, Jtec's flagship product was born: the CarryMore Tugger Cart System. This impressive Mother/Daughter cart tandem design would make its own reputation by reducing costs for users and improving delivery times to the lines and safety in the workplace. It continues today, in a continually evolving design, as the company's best-selling design. In 2016, Jtec's newest product line was introduced: CarryMatic Autonomous Materials Movement System, which is an electric powered system that allows for hands-free transport of materials working with AGV's and AMR's. Jtec Industries has a robust product catalog with four lines, and we are known for our expertise in cart solutions. With a commitment to quality and innovation, Jtec Industries is a trusted partner for businesses seeking to optimize their material handling processes.

Employee Engagement Focused - Employees are more than a number to Jtec

Quarterly employee engagement activities - usually involving favored foods such as our BBQ catered famous holiday luncheon, hamburger cookouts, Tremont Turkey Festival meal, and more.

One-on-one discussions 2-3 times per year to gain insight on areas the company and employees can grow together.

Teambuilding and friendly competition with bags/cornhole matches, giant jenga, etc..

Rotating "Teamwork Task Force" Employee Engagement Committee to help generate ideas for company events and choose our Jtec Masters' Employee of the Month.

And did we mention we like food?! Periodic Wellness Wednesday snacks and Fresh Cut Fruit Cup Fridays!

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Regular benchmarking our positions and benefits to remain competitive.

401K Match: 100% company match of employee contributions up to 3% deferral, 50% company match of employee contributions between 3% and 5% deferral.

Company provided life insurance for employees and dependents.

Additional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness and accident insurances offered.

Affordable health/dental/vision insurance.

High-deductible health plan with the option of HSA (Health Savings Account) with company match program.

Health and/or dependent care FSA (Flexible Spending Account).

Comprehensive Wellness Program (company paid annual biometric screening, health challenges, webinars, and more).

Start accruing paid time off from day one.

Eight paid holidays annually: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas day, and an additional Floating Holiday placed annually by management.

Team Jtec is looking for an Automation Engineer.

Summary/Objective

The Automation Engineer II develops and designs machines and machine controls for autonomous applications. Collaborates with engineering and sales team members concerning technology and application needs in various stages of the design of autonomous products and systems. Specifies and develops electrical and software controls and components of a machine or machine system. Develops proper documentation outlining the engineering controls information for a machine or machine system.

Duties and responsibilities

Develops and designs complete automation control systems.

Designs AC and DC electrical circuits for electrical and mechanical equipment.

Reviews circuit design for compliance with engineering principles, industry standards, customer requirements, and related specifications.

Performs analyses or testing of electrical and safety systems using relevant industry standards.

Works with mechanical engineers to specify electrical components and component layouts in equipment designs.

Understands mechanical equipment functionality and pneumatic systems.

Understands pricing of new electrical components, and searches for and discusses design projects with suppliers.

Prepares and publishes electrical schematics for designed circuits or components.

Understands IT infrastructure and integration, as it relates to installation of machines or machine systems.

Develops and designs software controls, including programming and integration as required.

Reads, writes, and troubleshoots PLC code to develop machine controls and/or optimize machine performance.

Creates visual displays for the purposes of user interfaces or system monitoring.

Supports customer phone support to include infrequent emergency after-hours customer remote support up to approximately 5% per year.

Completes other jobs or duties as directed by the R&D Engineering Manager.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Software Engineering, or equivalent technical experience.

Experience with electrical/electronic component and automation design and development.

Experience with programmable logic controllers; structured text coding experience preferred.

CREO and/or Windchill experience preferred.

Technology

Windows PC proficiency

Microsoft Office Suite

Proficiency with a digital multimeter; proficiency with oscilloscope preferred.

Proficiency preferred in one or more industry standard PLC platforms, and ladder logic.

Network Communications Technology - a solid understanding of internet, intranet, VPN, TCP/IP, Ethernet, etc.

Knowledge

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services.

Business Acumen - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources

Skills

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving.

Time Management - Managing one's own time

Abilities

Collaborate - The ability to collaborate with engineering, product management, and technical support teams

Comprehend mechanical and electrical blueprints and have a solid understanding of basic electrical and mechanical control systems

Deductive Reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range.

Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong

Written Comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics, physical and ladder diagrams

Information Ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

Selective Attention - The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted

Other Attributes

Dependability - Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Attention to Detail - Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Integrity - Job requires being honest and ethical.

Initiative - Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Analytical Thinking - Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Cooperation - Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.

Working conditions

Sounds, Noise - Job requires occasional exposure to noises that may be distracting or uncomfortable

Contact With Others - Job requires daily, frequent contact with others. Face-to-face, phone, and email

Telephone - frequent telephone use

Freedom to Make Decisions - Job offers decision making freedom as directed by the Manager

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment: Job requires occasional use of required personal protective equipment

Working with a Team - job requires frequent team collaboration

Duration of Typical Work Week - often greater than 40 hours/week and to include infrequent emergency after-hours customer remote support up to approximately 5% per year.

Travel - job may require domestic US travel up to approximately 5% per year.

Physical requirements

Must be able to move about the assigned area

Job involves working from a seated or standing position for long periods (8-10 hrs)

Must be able to position self to inspect products and equipment at ground level

Must be able to move products or equipment weighing up to 45 lbs.

Must be able to work in safety sensitive role, fit for duty and free of any adverse effects of drugs or alcohol, including prescribed or over the counter drugs or other substances which may alter job performance during working times (e.g., drowsiness, impaired reflexes or reaction time, lack of concentration, etc.).

Equal Opportunity Employer Jtec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, pregnancy, genetic information, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, or any other protected category.