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Hubbell Incorporated · 1 week ago

Electrical Automation Engineer

Aiken, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Hubbell Incorporated creates critical infrastructure solutions that power communities and the planet. The Electrical Automation Engineer is responsible for designing and managing automated systems in a manufacturing environment, improving operational efficiency, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product and equipment designs.

Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Responsible for identifying and leading automated equipment projects to increase production capacity and improve product quality

Identify potential process improvement projects, design and develop programs to address findings

Work with Product Designers, Project Managers, and Manufacturing personnel to develop or refine product and equipment designs

Generate detailed Statement Of Work documents for internal approval and for bidding by outside vendors

Develop detailed capital justification and generate Appropriation Requests (ARs) for proposed projects

Design and programming of total automation control systems using AutoCad/AutoCad Electrical, and programming software, primarily RSLogix/Studio 5000

Control systems generally will include Rockwell CompactLogix PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor controls, safety system and components, and supporting sensors and pneumatics

System design will also often include Rockwell servo controls, vision systems, and Fanuc robots where appropriate

Generate justification for 'make or buy' decisions

Manage automation projects built by outside custom automation vendors including concept work, equipment specification, project management, factory acceptance testing, installation, and commissioning/debug

Support operations through equipment startups and provide operator/maintenance training

Provide maintenance support and training for new equipment if needed

Develops/reviews/maintains/updates related documentation, files, procedures, databases, drawings and schematics in order to ensure integrity of units, instruments, and process control technologies

Build prototypes to prove complex/high-risk processes prior to final design

Complete assigned work within agreed upon schedule and budget while maintaining high level of quality

Determine where opportunities exist to implement automation by working closely with Product Designers, Project Managers, and Manufacturing teams

Develop and implement long range plans for process control improvements

Guide and train designated employees on process control methodology to assist process control and quality improvement efforts

Develop/modify procedures, calibration, and training guidelines as needed for automation processes, including training of setup and maintenance personnel

Provide leadership and communication to all project team members and functional managers such that the project objectives are clear, responsibilities are understood and progress is tracked and reported

Provides project team input on system capabilities and assist teams with system design decisions

Qualification

Automation EngineeringRockwell AutomationAutoCad ElectricalMachine Control EngineeringProject ManagementFanuc Robot ProgrammingData AnalysisMechanical Equipment KnowledgeCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Automation, Controls, Electrical or other related engineering discipline

8+ years in a manufacturing or system integrator environment with demonstrated ability developing and implementing automation processes and equipment

Possess plant maintenance and operation knowledge along with technical skills to perform assigned duties

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Machine Control engineering concepts and design including vision, safety systems, and motion control, as well as a general knowledge of mechanical equipment and systems

Solid knowledge in the Automation/Electrical Engineering Design field, with extensive technical experience in the design, optimization, and build of automation equipment

5+ years' experience specifying, designing, and programming with Rockwell Automation control products, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Motion Control, and Safety products/systems

3+ years' experience designing control system schematics with AutoCad and/or AutoCad Electrical

Preferred

BSEE degreed candidates with primarily automation equipment design experience are preferred

Experience in any of the following areas are a definite plus (in order): Fanuc robot programming/troubleshooting, Fanuc (or other) vision system programming experience, hydraulic servo/proportional valve control, position feedback systems, high voltage product testing, HiPot/PD testing, LabVIEW, high speed data acquisition, analog circuit design and understanding of passive components, time and frequency domain analysis, 3D modeling with Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks, MSAccess, MSSQL, web page coding/interfacing to MSSQL

Company

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell Incorporated is a leading manufacturer of utility and electrical solutions that help build more reliable, resilient, and renewable energy infrastructure.

Founded in 1888

Shelton, Connecticut, US

10001+ employees

https://www.hubbell.com/

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