SCIO Automation North America · 3 weeks ago
Senior, Controls Design Engineer
Lewis Center, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
6+ years expATS Industrial Automation is a globally growing company that specializes in creating complex automation solutions. The Controls Design Engineer will be responsible for designing and commissioning automation systems, integrating software into electrical and mechanical systems, and providing customer training and support during installations.
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Responsibilities
Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods
Debug and commission control systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations
Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, dispense systems and lasers
Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost
Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon
Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system
Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness
Provide accurate documentation for each project
Advise customer on solving technical problems
Follow and contribute to quality program (ex. ISO / NQA) procedures
Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure)
Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct
Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. This includes following LOTO procedures and wearing appropriate PPE
These responsibilities are subject to change as a function of the individual’s abilities
Travel to customer and supplier sites to perform installation, commissioning and training duties
This position requires frequent and extended travel, both domestically and internationally. You must be fully prepared to spend significant time at customer and supplier sites, often on short notice, to support system installation, commissioning, and training
Travel is a core and essential part of this role to support system integration and customer success
Qualification
Required
6+ years of experience in engineering design, development, programming and commissioning automated systems, custom machinery or industrial equipment
Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills
Thorough understanding and hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics control systems and machine operation
Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with the ability to work either independently and part of a team in fast-paced environments
Preferred
Hands-on experience with robotics and control systems is highly desirable
Benefits
Flexible work schedules
Employee events
Free coffee beverages
Employee referral program
Safety shoe programs
Competitive starting salaries
Overtime pay eligibility
Paid vacation
Company paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance
Comprehensive health benefits
401K matching program
Employee Incentive Bonus program
Optional Employee Share Purchase Program
Tuition reimbursement programs
Company
SCIO Automation North America
SCIO Automation North America is part of the global SCIO Automation Group revolutionizing intralogistcs and production with innovative, tailor-made and precise solutions.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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