Afinitas · 1 day ago
Controls Engineer
Mediapolis, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAfinitas is the global market leader for pipe and precast concrete equipment, and they are seeking a Controls Engineer responsible for designing and maintaining control system programs for their Equipment and Automation machinery. The role involves troubleshooting and providing technical support to customers and service technicians, as well as collaborating with other departments to improve operational efficiency.
Machinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Design, develop and implement control systems for our new equipment and upgrades to installed equipment
Troubleshoot and debug new and existing software to ensure optimal performance and improve efficiency or quality of operations
Use engineering skills and knowledge to assist customer with control systems problems for both remote and on-site technical support to customer and service technicians
Build and maintain a technical knowledge base by creating, maintaining and updating technical documents/procedures
Logging development processes, code changes, and technical specifications for future reference
Anticipate potential problems and provide solutions; detect unusual problems and promptly report to supervisor
Collaborate with other departments to resolve technical/logistical issues. Gather relevant information to ensure smooth transitions to other departments
Participate on team to analyze control system malfunctions; make recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations
Participate in the set-up and commissioning of new facilities or upgrading of existing facilities
Provide guidance in the production of system operation manuals and diagnostic aids
Work closely with the engineering and product development teams to communicate client feedback and contribute to product improvement
Stay up to date on latest developments in system architectures, that could be implemented as parts of machine control systems
Qualification
Required
4-year engineering degree or 2-year technical degree in a related field
2+ years of applicable experience with PLC's and associated components, ideally within manufacturing/ plant industries
Proficient in Electrical systems, including motors, AC drives and control circuits
Training and/or experience in using Eplan, AutoCAD or similar software
Understanding of electrical and hydraulic schematics
Understanding of ladder logic programming
Experience in creating and designing automation controls systems
Experience in Developing and coding programs for PLCs
Ability to collaborate effectively, partnering across multiple departments, with a capacity for listening and absorbing different points of view
Detail oriented
Excellent verbal communication skills and passion for connecting with others
Ability to work independently
Use judgement to make complex decisions to solve difficult and complex problems
Company
Afinitas
Afinitas is the world’s leading provider of solutions for pipe and precast concrete product production.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2016-09-21Acquired
Leadership Team
Jason Duncan
Chief Executive Officer
Mike Kiefer
Chief Financial Officer
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