Controls Engineer

Job Description

Description:

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work at a place where company culture is really important?

Well, at Ahaus, it's the lens through which we view everything we do. Besides great wages and benefits, we offer a supportive, family-first work environment that you won't find anywhere else. Our people stay for 40+ years because our leaders are humble, transparent, and kind.

Ahaus is well known for flexible start times Monday through Friday, first shift, generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee recognition and incentives, volunteer and outreach events, employee breakfasts and barbeques, pitch-ins, summer games, company outings, shared hobbies, and many other perks. It's precisely why Ahaus enjoys a reputation as a place people want to be.

Our people love their hobbies; from building cars, tractors, firearms, and robots to marksmanship and trap shooting, axe throwing, winemaking, cycling, restoring old furniture, music, and the arts. We have a team of diversely talented, skilled tradespeople, and we are looking for a few more. If this is intriguing to you, read on!

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Creates concepts, designs, details, and machine-control programs for specialized automation equipment. Troubleshoots, installs, and provides service and support for equipment at customer’s facility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Creates concepts and designs related to the following types of industrial equipment:

Synchronous automation

Non-Synchronous automation

Manual and lean equipment

Hydraulic & manual workholding fixtures

Heat exchanger core assembly equipment

Crimping equipment & dies

Molds & corrugation equipment

Gages

Multi-station systems

Functional test equipment

Standalone equipment

Application of knowledge of the following elements:

Powered prime movers

Conveyors & material handling

Sensors & instruments

Robotics & vision systems

Utilizes Engineering acumen in the following disciplines:

Statistical quality methods

AutoCAD Electrical

Safety & ergonomics

Manufacturing techniques

Mechanical Engineering techniques

Studies requirements and confers with project stakeholders to satisfy design-related challenges

Works within cost and schedule parameters

Modifies designs to improve performance

Creates machine operational manuals

Redlines & revises drawings

Utilizes sequence of events and powered elements charts

Engages in debug and development activities

Works within ISO business quality system parameters

Communicates with team members and managers to receive instructions and coordinate activities

Utilizes ERP system (Epicor)

Engages in continuous improvement activities

Other duties, as assigned Requirements:

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering Technology

Ten years of experience in related field

Hands-on experience in Controls Engineering in a manufacturing environment

Vocational education in related field

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office environment

Typical manufacturing environment

Occasional work-related travel required

Travel required in the USA and foreign locations. Must be qualified to obtain a passport.

Occasionally climbs ladders and equipment and lifts up to 30 lbs.

Ahaus Tool & Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Full-time