Controls/Computer Engineer I/II/III

Job Description

Job Description

Job Name :

Controls / Computer Engineer I / II / III

General information

Location : Cottage Grove, MN

Date : 18-Sep-2024

18-Sep-2024

Company : Renewal by Andersen

Renewal by Andersen

Posting City : Cottage Grove, MN

Ref # : 5562

5562

Job Category :

Engineering, Manufacturing (RbA)

Posting City : Cottage Grove

Cottage Grove

State :

Description & Requirements

RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN SUMMARY

Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product.

As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team members’ personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential.

We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they’re most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability.

If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.

SUMMARY

Renewal by Andersen is seeking a Computer Engineer at our Cottage Grove, MN location.

Renewal by Andersen is united by the common goal of making a difference in the lives of our homeowners, our colleagues, our families, and in the communities we serve.

We believe that we can make the world a better place by living up to the promise that everyone benefits from their association with Andersen.

We wake up every day, inspired to push the status quo and continuously set a new standard in the home improvement industry by solving today’s most challenging problems and continuously redefining what it means to deliver a World Class Homeowner Experience.

Renewal by Andersen is looking for an accomplished, driven, and collaborative candidate to help perfect our customers’ experience in upgrading their homes. Want to join our team?

This position is responsible for providing Computer Engineering expertise within the Renewal by Andersen (RbA) team supporting business growth projects.

The ideal candidate for this position is an innovative thinker and has a passion for operational excellence.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide and / or coordinate detailed quotes / estimates for server and support hardware, Windows OS, VM’s, applications, and systems integrations work
• Write equipment, server / PC, communication, and network functional specifications
• Work with vendors to assure specifications and code requirements are followed
• Design / build server / network systems to meet applications needs
• Maintain server / network hardware, applications, and perform patches / upgrades / systems expansions as needed
• Documentation of design changes
• Conduct equipment operational testing during Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing
• Project management skills; deliver safe, effective, sustainable, and reliable solutions (Project planning, approval process, equipment specification, budget, preventative maintenance, acceptance plans, design review, safety assessments, capital request)
• Own PLC programming, HMI / operator screen, SPC, and QMS systems integration standard and development
• Participative team approach to problem solving and root cause analysis with associates, supervisors, maintenance, operations, Value Stream Managers, and peers
• Support the engineering, maintenance, and operations teams with advanced troubleshooting
• Assess current vs future state server, PC, OS, network, and data-license server technology capabilities
• Must be able to read and interpret electrical and network drawings for equipment
• Coach, mentor, and train less experienced staff on technical topics
• Position may require participation on an on-call systems support
• Travel requirements : Less than 10% for training, corporate visits, and vendor visits

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering or similar field
• 2+ years of engineering experience preferred with data server-network / PLC integration / quality data systems background
• Expertise with Ethernet / Ethernet IP enterprise and machine-level networking
• Proficient with firewalls, VLAN’s, and managed switch configurations
• Advanced knowledge of data servers, server architecture, virtual machines (VM’s), and general Windows OS support and patching
• Expertise with quality measurement systems and PLC integration / tag requirements
• Understanding of visualization / operator interfaces (FactoryTalk View SE) and Thin Client / Thin Manager
• Experience with Rockwell communications software (FTLinx) and Studio5000 programming software
• Knowledge of SPC software and quality control (QC) integration
• Experience with networked camera integration with controls systems / data servers
• Proficiency reading and creating electrical and network schematics
• Knowledge or experience with AutoCAD
• Proficient with the use of common electrical and network testing tools
• Proficient in safe work methods (lock out tag out, arc flash)
• Communicate effectively through written, verbal, listening, and presentation skills
• Strong aptitude in problem solving, collecting data, performing statistical analyses, and making process improvements through sound, data-driven decisions
• Comfortable with hands-on work
• Interest in working in a manufacturing setting
• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly; being able to work independently and on a team depending on the situation
• Experience with change management strategies

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
• Equipment design experience with UL508A and NFPA79

CULTURE AND BENEFITS

Be Orange. Be You is how we express our belief that by embracing our differences and empowering you, we’ll be a stronger team able to accomplish what otherwise wouldn’t be possible.

This Orange spirit has helped us become the #1 innovative window and door brand* and the one homeowners love the most. It’s also why we’re committed to supporting you to approach each day with a bright outlook.

Benefits include, and are not limited to :

• Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account contributions
• Paid holidays plus PTO
• 401(k) plan & contributions
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Charity contributions
• Nationwide career opportunities

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

In 2024, Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $4,000 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Posting City : Cottage Grove, MN

Cottage Grove, MN

Company Description

Be a part of something BIG! Renewal by Andersen is the window replacement subsidiary of Andersen Corporation, a company that has revolutionized the window and door business for more than 110 years.

Drawing on the Andersen tradition of over 100 years of quality, innovation and craftsmanship, Renewal by Andersen was founded with the objective of creating a different and better window and door replacement experience.

There is something new happening every day at Renewal by Andersen.

Apply today and we will connect with you soon if you meet the qualifications!

Company Description

Be a part of something BIG! Renewal by Andersen is the window replacement subsidiary of Andersen Corporation, a company that has revolutionized the window and door business for more than 110 years.

Drawing on the Andersen tradition of over 100 years of quality, innovation and craftsmanship, Renewal by Andersen was founded with the objective of creating a different and better window and door replacement experience.

There is something new happening every day at Renewal by Andersen. r n r nApply today and we will connect with you soon if you meet the qualifications!