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Kadant Solutions Division · 1 day ago

R&D Controls Engineer

Auburn, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Kadant Solutions, based in Auburn, Massachusetts, develops and markets a range of systems used in process industries. The R&D Controls Engineer will lead product development projects, design control systems, and provide technical support while collaborating with various teams to ensure project objectives are met.

CleanTechIndustrialManufacturing

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead R&D product development projects and production order projects (those having significant control content) from concept development through successful installation at customer sites

Assign project activities and provide guidance to other team members

Establish and communicate project cost estimates, time estimates and project milestone dates

Design cost effective control systems that function well with the mechanical systems and satisfy all product performance objectives

Oversee the creation of all necessary P & I, interconnect and control enclosure drawings

Develop PLC logic and/or oversee the development of PLC logic by contract control engineers

Utilize SolidWorks (and other CAD tools) to develop design layouts (3D model) of prototype equipment

Schedule and chair design review meetings to discuss and evaluate proposed product designs

Order all materials and hardware needed to build prototypes. Follow up with the purchasing department to ensure that purchased items are received when expected

Manage the New Product Release process after the development phase is completed

Build prototype components and equipment. Utilize outside and in-house resources as required

Test and troubleshoot all controls and mechanical systems prior to shipping

Travel to customer and supplier sites as needed to obtain project information and/or install, evaluate, and test prototype equipment and components

Work closely with other company departments, international affiliates, customers, and suppliers to ensure that all project objectives are met

Provide controls engineering support in maintaining and troubleshooting in-house manufacturing equipment and machinery

Lead and implement in-house manufacturing process controls upgrade projects

Work with a “continuous improvement” mentality. Strive to develop new methods and tools that can help our business become more successful

Assist Sales, Customers, Application Engineers, and others with equipment design and application questions as needed

Observe safe practices and company policies

Perform other tasks as required

Qualification

Electrical controlsPneumatic controlsA/B PLC programmingControls CAD softwareIoT experienceSolidworks proficiencyAnalytical skillsProject managementOrganizational skillsVerbal communicationWritten communicationProblem-solving skills

Required

B.S. Electrical Engineering or B.S. Mechanical Engineering with controls emphasis

Minimum (5) years of experience working with industrial controls

Strong understanding of electrical and pneumatic controls, PLC's, AC/DC and Servo drive systems, panel design and construction, and power distribution

Strong understanding of Ethernet and IP networks

Must be familiar with the National Electrical Code and able to ensure compliance with other international codes as applicable

Strong overall understanding of process machinery, Lockout-Tagout procedures and safe work practices

Proficient in A/B PLC programming, including device communication

Proficient with Controls CAD software

Must be capable of 'hands-on' troubleshooting of electrical control system

Good organizational skills

Good project management skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient with Microsoft applications - Excel and Word

Highly motivated, self-starter, capable of working in both a team environment and on individual assignments effectively

Proven problem-solving skills

Up to 30% travel required for installation of prototypes, product testing and training, and technical support of products

Must be capable of working in difficult industrial conditions-heat, dust, noise, etc

Must be able to adjust work hours as needed to satisfy business commitments

Preferred

Familiarity and experience with IoT and smart connected products

Proficient with Solidworks (CAD) software

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance with best-in-class premiums.

10 ½ paid holidays.

401k with match.

Company paid life insurance benefit.

Disability insurance.

Aflac insurance.

Lifelock insurance.

MetLaw legal assistance.

Employee assistance program.

Flexible spending.

Dependent care.

Educational assistance.

Employee stock purchase plan.

Company

Kadant Solutions Division

At Kadant Solutions, we help manufacturers in process industries do more and make more.

Founded in 1991

Auburn, Massachusetts, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://dcf.kadant.com

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