Automation (Controls) Engineer

Boston, Massachusetts
Job TypeDirect Hire
Remote TypeOn-Site

SUMMARY

Manufacturing Systems Controls Design and Support.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.

  • Development, integration, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment controls systems, manufacturing systems automation, human-machine interfaces, and industrial communications networks under the direction of senior corporate engineers and integrators
    • Experience with some of the following is strongly desired:
      • Rockwell RSLogix 5, 500, 5000, Studio
      • Rockwell RS View, Factory Talk Studio
      • Wonderware System Platform, InTouch, InBatch and Historian
      • Rockwell PowerFlex Variable Frequency Drives
      • Rockwell Point IO and Flex IO systems
    • Exposure and understanding of the following is beneficial:
      • Industrial flow meters, temperature probes, level sensors, photoeyes, and solenoid valves
      • Microsoft SQL
      • AutoCAD
      • VMWare Workstation Player and vSphere
      • Programming (C++, Visual Basic, Java, Python, etc.)
      • Cisco networking hardware
  • Must be available to travel to all Facilities to assist with project work and start-ups.
  • Work with site Control Technicians for troubleshooting, training, and start-ups
  • Develop and foster strong relationships with Plant Operation team to evolve current systems architecture and maximize manufacturing efficiencies and output.
  • Support local Operations needs for electrical and automation system support.
  • Create written instructions for local Maintenance department for automation systems
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to fly on commercial aircraft.
  • Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Good understanding of industrial automation programming concepts
  • Strong understanding of electrical concepts and theories
  • Understanding of computer WAN and LAN networks
  • Interaction with plant personnel, both hourly and salary.
  • Customer focused personality and approach
  • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
  • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
  • Ability to work and manage time independently
  • Ability to troubleshoot problems quickly and effectively

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