Controls Engineer
Company: Fres-co Systems USA
Location: Telford
Posted on: March 12, 2023
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Job Description:
Controls Engineer - Packaging Equipment Department Location:
Telford, PA Salary: Highly Competitive KEY JOB DUTIES Perform
detailed design of control systems for complex machines, specifying
all electrical components (power distribution, PLC, I/O, motion
control, communications, sensors, wiring, etc.). Create electrical
schematics and panel layouts using 2D CAD software (AutoCAD). Write
PLC and HMI software to operate these machines. Implement hardware
and software modifications to existing equipment in order to
improve capabilities. efficiency, reliability, performance, etc.
Document all designs and engineering decisions for future reference
(CAD, BOM's, calculations, etc.). Provide Fres-co technicians with
sufficient documentation to allow proper assembly. Supervise the
electrical assembly process and note problem areas. Assist with
wiring as needed. Assist with machine debug, acceptance testing,
installation, and troubleshooting (both in-person / hands-on and
remotely). Interface with sales, customers, field service, and
R&D for all stages of the project. Provide technical assistance
to customers / Fres-co technicians (occasionally outside of normal
working hours). Interface with vendors and purchasing department in
order to obtain quotations, necessary parts, and ensure quality.
Provide technical feedback to sales / management with regards to
feasibility, cost, etc. Help maintain organized file system for
engineering documents (programs, drawings, manuals, etc.).
Contribute to the creation of service manuals. Assist with software
license maintenance duties. Share technical knowledge with
customers and Fres-co personnel in both formal and informal
training settings. Submit regular progress reports / trip reports.
Participate in other business functions (cost estimates,
development of engineering standards, continuous improvement
efforts, scheduling, safety audits, etc.). Skill / Knowledge: Track
record of creating machine PLC programs using Rockwell Automation /
Allen Bradley RSLogix / Studio 5000 software Ability to read and
troubleshoot existing PLC logic to resolve complex problems and/or
optimize machine performance Experience with servo motion control
techniques used in aforementioned software Knowledge of industrial
electronic panel design / layout Proficiency in creating electrical
schematics using 2D CAD software Ability to create user interface
software for use on common industrial HMI's Very strong electrical
troubleshooting background Moderate to high level of mechanical
aptitude Understanding of engineering units, concepts of physics
Experience building complex electrical panels and wiring devices
from detailed electrical schematics Strong attention to detail
Strict adherence to standards, structure Superior quality of
workmanship Solid judgment with minimal supervision or work
direction Strong communication / interpersonal skills Ability to
manage numerous requests, both internal to Fres-co and external
(customer coordination) Working knowledge of packaging machinery
(especially VFFS equipment) (preferred, not required) Knowledge of
food safety / GMP's / process equipment / aseptic packaging /
coffee industry (preferred, not required) Experience / Education
Requirements: 4-year engineering degree preferred, (2 year
technical college degree plus technical work experience can be
substituted) Experience in a manufacturing / production environment
Experience with the following software is preferred: Rockwell
Automation Studio 5000, AutoCAD, Siemens SIMATIC, Wonderware
Experience with customer interaction (at all levels of the customer
organization: shop floor to executive) Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: 8 hour shift Weekend availability Work Location: One
location
Keywords: Fres-co Systems USA, Bethlehem , Controls Engineer, Engineering , Telford, Pennsylvania
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