Broetje Automation-USA · 1 day ago
Industrial Controls Engineer
Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics. They are seeking an Industrial Controls Engineer to provide expertise in electrical and controls engineering, support new equipment and system introductions, and travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting.
Aviation & Aerospace
Responsibilities
Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions
Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices
Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming
Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support
Maintain logs & written records of duties performed
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, BS in Computer Science, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools
Technical Certificate OR BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, and 3+ years of experience within the industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
Strong mechanical aptitude from prior professional experience
Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration
Understanding of PLC programming languages
Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels
CNC troubleshooting experience
Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC
Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc)
Willing to travel to customer sites (50-70% travel expected)
Willing to work evenings, weekends, and overtime
Experience with aerial platforms, working with heights
Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
Preferred
Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience
Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One
CNC troubleshooting experience
Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)
Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems
Benefits
6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period
100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
Disability plan & group life insurance program
3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr
International travel opportunities (Germany)