Electrical Control Engineer
hace 10 horas
New York
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