Electrical Control Engineer Dallas, NC

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 :

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS :

REASONING ABILITY :

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.

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.