Electrical Controls Engineer

Electrical Control Engineer Dallas, NC Experience level: Mid-senior Experience required: 10 Years Education level: Associate degree Job function: Engineering Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Compensation: $81,000 - $90,000 Total position: 1 Relocation assistance: No SUMMARY: Providing technical and engineering support for automated industrial machinery and industrial electronic controls. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties may be assigned. Read, create, and modify electrical schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards. Read, create, and modify fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics) schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards. Read, create, and modify P&ID schematics according to IEC and NFPA standards. Read, create, and modify programming code in the following languages: Siemens Structured Control Language (SCL), Siemens Statement List, Siemens Graph 7, Siemens Function Block Diagram (FBD), Ladder Logic (Siemens, Allen Bradley and others), Allen Bradley Structured Text, Microsoft Visual Basic, C++, C#, Java, Python, Microsoft SQL, and others. Read, create, and modify database tables in MSSQL server. Read, create, and modify HMI programs for Siemens, Allen Bradley, and other HMIs, this includes using WinCC Flex and Panel Builder 32. Read, create, and modify SCADA programs for Siemens WinCC, and Inductive Automation. Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot any brand of PLC, HMI or VFD. Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot any industrial communications media and protocols. Install, commission, repair and troubleshoot a wide range of industrial machinery. Upgrade and retrofit controls that are obsolete with no direct replacements available. This requires making all necessary modifications to existing equipment. Possess exemplary troubleshooting skills and be able to repair any machinery from any manufacturer. Properly use oscilloscopes, test meters, megohmmeters, process calibrators, thermal imagers, vibrations analyzers, data loggers and any other test equipment. Sources all necessary materials for projects and repairs and works with maintenance inventory clerk to acquire needed materials in timely manner. Train technicians and apprentices the proper methods and procedures for process instrumentation calibration. Train technicians and apprentices how to read and understand programming code and logic. Train technicians and apprentices the best practices and methods of troubleshooting components of electrical controls systems. Train technicians and apprentices about fluid power systems, and how to troubleshoot and repair these systems. Must be able to perform all duties with minimal outside support. Ensure all work is performed and executed safely. Must identify and correctly use appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required for various tasks. Must be able to work remotely and also be able to travel with all tools to multiple locations. Serve as a resource to production staff in all departments in multiple facilities. Support company efforts to develop and maintain positive Employee Relations. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for training and supervising the mechatronics/controls technician apprentice(s). Will occasionally train and supervise seasonal interns. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Associates of Applied Science from accredited college in Electronics Engineering or Computer Science with emphasis on Programming or equivalent experience and certifications. 10+ years direct experience in industrial automation. Certification in programming preferred, such as Siemens or Allen Bradley certified programmer. State issued electrical trades license preferred. Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical (Preferred) LANGUAGE SKILLS: Read, analyze, and interpret blueprints, mechanical and electrical schematics, and machine drawings. Read, analyze, and interpret programming code documented in languages other than English. Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific/technical journals, regulatory documentation, and legal documents. Must be able to give clear and easy to understand written instructions. Must be able to create easy to understand operating procedures. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and/or permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis. Ability to code advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and/or permutations. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Proven ability to interpret programming logic. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Organized and able to archive all necessary documents, drawings, and information. Eagerness to grow this position. Exceptional interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with employees, colleagues, and Upper Management. Hard-working and driven with the proven ability to work independently without supervision. Ability to work in a team environment where all members are expected to contribute. Strong understanding of the NFPA 70 International Electric Code. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is regularly required to walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee will occasionally climb to heights in excess of 60 feet from ground level. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to fumes, airborne particles or electrical hazards. The employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat and sometimes must work in cold/freezing temperatures. The employee works in high, precarious places, outside weather conditions, occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Under the direction of the Production Supervisor supports department efforts to assure continuous operation of product manufacturing by performing the following duties personally or through department production employees. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Producing first quality sheets on the presses. Filling and leveling the molds with resin. Accurately filling out production reports. Thoroughly clean molds and cover plates. Housekeeping to include presses, press area, the and vacuum system. All shall be cleaned daily and kept clean throughout shift. Remove out of spec material and place in designated area. Proper and safe operation of equipment. Press change times should be held to a minimum. Remain in work area. Leave area only at break time. Clean press pits per Production Supervisors schedule. Report all problems/challenges with equipment or quality of product to leadman or Production Supervisor immediately. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid drivers license. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: The employee is required to be able to operate a forklift, scales, and department production equipment. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb and balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. PHYSICAL DEMANDS (continued): The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.