Controls (PLC) Engineer

Job Responsibilities:

Develop PLC, HMI and robot programs for new system requirements using multiple brands of controls hardware and various software languages (Siemens, Allen-Bradley, Fanuc, Kuka, ABB, Denso)

Collaborate with our hardware controls engineers on component selection and design

Collaborate with our mechanical engineers on solution design using robot simulation tools

Test electromechanical devices of the assembled system

Verify software functions and validate overall system operation

Support field service personnel

Manage tasks and project deliverables in accordance with project schedule

Drive continuous improvement in software development and testing to exceed customer specifications

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

Proficiency with PLC, HMI and robot programming for industrial automation equipment.

Experience with information systems as applied to industrial automation equipment.

Experience with automation components e.g., sensors, pneumatics, vision systems

Proficiency with networking communications e.g., EtherNet/IP, ProfiNet

Ability to collaborate with other engineers and disciplines to communicate technical information and effectively contribute to meetings, discussions and brainstorming sessions

Strong electromechanical aptitude

Must be able to work productively within a team environment

Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision

Must have strong written and oral communication skills

Proven ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks.