Position Summary

Applies standard engineering techniques to design, develop, and maintain instrumentation or controls systems. Automates manufacturing or similar processes using instrumentation or controls systems. Develops new and modifies existing HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls. Participates in set-up and commissioning of new and upgrade projects. Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions and makes recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations. Documents, specifications, and operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with developing engineering and functional system specifications based on sales, customer, and technical personnel.
• Assist with testing and debugging equipment to isolate defects.
• Assist with programming hardware/software to support machine-based control systems.
• Assist in evaluation of designs; make engineering changes.
• Assist in the evaluation of new parts.
• Manage and maintain product/project files.
• Travel to customer sites to support commissioning and startup of industrial equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Knowledge and experience with automated control platforms such as Allen Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff and B&R.
• Beginning knowledge of Control & Instrumentation Theory and Application; small computer and microprocessor programming techniques using higher level languages
• Strong logical and reasoning abilities
• Problem-solving ability
• Basic knowledge of software electrical design and project management
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in customer’s facility and manage that relationship

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering
• Typically, 2-10 years of software design experience is preferred. Candidates who recently graduated from college will also be considered for entry level engineer position.

Supervisory/Responsibility:

Role reports to Engineering Supervisor, Engineering Manager or Principal Electrical Engineer; this position does not directly supervise other employees.

Work Environment:

This is an office position associated with a manufacturing facility. The employee’s essential job duties also require the employee to spend a portion of his/her time in the manufacturing area. The employee must be able to correctly wear and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the employer when in the manufacturing area.

Physical Demands:

This role requires the constant use of standard office equipment; visual and mental focus; light lifting may be required in order to inspect goods.

Safety:

All safety regulations must be observed.

Position Type:

This is a regular, full-time position with the understanding that a regular workweek will require extended days and hours as needed to meet business needs.
 

Travel:

Up to 25% of domestic and/or global travel is required.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It’s not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.  This job description is subject to change at any time.