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ABB · 14 hours ago

Production Development Specialist

Pinetops, NC

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

ABB is a global market leader in helping industries become leaner and cleaner. The Production Development Specialist will drive improvements in Digitalization and Automation of Instrument Transformers and Indoor & Outdoor products, focusing on the design, installation, and troubleshooting of PLC-based machinery.

AutomotiveEnergyEnergy ManagementIndustrial AutomationRobotics

No H1B

Responsibilities

Program and configure PLC systems, distributed I/O, and HMI interfaces for existing equipment in ABB Pinetops or new machinery to order, in order to enhance the Factory of Tomorrow Project Implementation

Responsible for hands-on execution of projects including design, engineering, implementation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting and repair of automation and control systems, Machinery and solutions

Develop electrical equipment layouts, schematics, network architectures and bills of materials. Preparing technical documentation for the automation projects executed

Working hand in hand with the Digitalization and Kaizen team, to define, design and develop the automation projects according to the Factory Transformation plan

Drive improvements and CAPEX projects focusing on automation, mechatronics and robotics, to lead to the factory of the future

Develops feasibility studies, design & implementation of automation projects, including AGVs implementation, robotic cells, automated conveyors, etc

Investigating new methods, technologies and changes in equipment and process design to meet specifications

Defining action plans and training relevant maintenance and production resources and personnel to ensure smooth implementation of new processes

Qualification

PLC programmingAutomation controlsHMI DevelopmentAutoCADIndustrial roboticsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with 3 years experience OR an Associate Degree with a minimum of 8 years of experience in automation controls

Have extensive knowledge of PLC automation and control tools (Allen Bradley, ABB), distributed I/O systems, bus communication, and HMI Development (Human Machine interface)

Proficiency in PLC programming

Skilled in AutoCAD for electrical design

Knowledge of industrial robot operations and servo systems, including electrical and software interfaces

Strong interpersonal skills to communicate and work with diverse discipline project teams

Candidates must already have a work authorization that allows them to work for ABB in the United States