Controls Engineer II

Come join our growing team at Card-Monroe Automation. Our team leverages the latest technologies, innovative thinking, and decades of experience across multiple industries to meet client's automation needs. We offer competitive salaries and a great benefit package.

Mission

Exceptional people threading manufacturing innovation into our automated world.

Core Values

Honesty and Integrity - we are transparent and reliable, and always keep our word.

Love, Dignity, and Respect - we understand and appreciate others, treating them with professionalism, consideration, and care.

Servant's Spirit - we put our egos aside, and confidently strive to exceed customer expectations.

Competitive Resolve - we are creative and we persevere, determined to win.

General Description:

Are you a passionate and experienced controls engineer searching for a position that would

utilize your abilities, as well as remain challenging? Are you looking for the opportunity in the

automation field that is non-repetitive and explores various challenges in the industry? Are

you interested in pursuing a career with a fast-growing custom integration company? Then

come join the excellent team at Card-Monroe Automation!

As an Controls Engineer II, you'll be part of a top-notch team focused on customer needs

and comprised of some of the automation industry's most accomplished engineers. This

position empowers you to further develop your automation experience while integrating

state-of-the-art robotics and control technologies. The innovative solutions we tackle offer

diverse experiences to help fortify your skills and put your abilities to the test!

Reports to: Automation Engineering Manager

Duties:

• Designing and implementing control system solutions for various types of automated

equipment, working alongside experienced team engineers.

• Assist in developing software code from scratch for programmable controllers,

robotics, motion control, vision systems, SCADA applications and various high-level

languages.

• Help with creating accurate project documentation such as, but not limited to: Control

Narratives, IO lists, Flowcharts, Device lists, etc.

• Support equipment testing, debug, dry-cycle, runoff, FAT, etc. for automation

equipment.

• Support installing, commissioning, and training of machine(s) at customer's site.

• Assist in system acceptance/sign-off at customer facility.

• Reviewing budgets and schedules

• Determining and choosing appropriate hardware and devices for automated systems

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support major custom automation design projects from concept to completion.

• Use experience and industry best practices to design systems in a lead role or as

part of a larger team.

• Troubleshooting equipment at installation, startup, and commissioning

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist in building up our software libraries and standards.

• Assist with creating technical reports for customers.

• Participating in safety risk assessments

Please note that these lists of responsibilities are not exhaustive but serve as a guide for

typical job tasks and activities.

Minimum Educational Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering or related field OR

Associate's degree (2-year) with 2+ years of experience in Controls for industrial

manufacturing related machines, equipment, robot cells, etc.

• High-school diploma

Minimum Previous Experience:

• 2+ years of experience in machine building, system integration or industrial

automation

• AutoCAD or Solidworks Electrical experience

• PLC programming experience (Allen-Bradley RS Logix 5, 500, Studio 5000. Siemens

Step7, TIA Portal).

• HMI programming experience (Allen-Bradley FT View ME, SE, RSView,

Panelbuilder. Siemens WinCC Flex, TIA Portal).

• SCADA programing experience (FactoryTalk, Ignition, Wonderware, GE Proficy).

• Industrial networking experience: Ethernet/IP, PROFINET, TCP/IP, Modbus, DH+,

RIO, EtherCAT etc.

• Vision experience (KEYENCE, COGNEX, BALLUFF)

• Servo experience (AB Kinetix. Siemens SIMOTION)

• Hands on experience in automotive, food/beverage, chemical or consumer product

manufacturing designing and integrating automated equipment.

• Designing integration equipment including robot cells, OEM machines, process

systems, etc.

• Working knowledge of process control strategies such as PID loops.

• Electrical and mechanical aptitude to understand the automation processes being

controlled.

• Understand discrete and analog circuits, and how to troubleshoot.

Other Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to take initiative; highly selfmotivated.

• The ability to work well in a team-based environment and independently.

• Strong design and problem-solving skills

• Critical thinking skills

• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.

• ISA88 Batch Programming experience a plus.

• PlantPAX experience a plus.

• Working knowledge of MS Office 365 software

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

• A self-starter with the ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

with minimal supervision.

• An ability to understand limitations in technical knowledge and when to pursue

training or help.

Training and Growth Opportunities:

• Ignition SCADA platform training

• Database training

• Any necessary programming training

Travel:

• Up to 25% to customer sites or other CMA locations.