JR Automation · 1 day ago
Controls Project Engineer
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
3+ years expJR Automation, a Hitachi Group Company, is focused on delivering customer success through intelligent automated manufacturing solutions. The Controls Project Engineer will develop and design controls software packages, ensure equipment functionality meets specifications, and provide technical support and training to customers.
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Responsibilities
Develops and designs the controls software packages utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and/or Human/Machine Interfaces (HMI)
Examines and understands customer-supplied specifications in order to ensure the functionality of the equipment meets these specifications
Ensures the equipment being started up and commissioned operates in accordance with the customer requirements as outlined in the approved specification
Programs robotic and/or controls equipment per the customer specifications
Performs preventative maintenance as requested by the customer to ensure minimum down-time and optimum operation of machines and equipment
Assists with checking design and details for proper functionality of both his/her work and the work of other engineers
Provides timely, required service documentation relating to all functions performed
Provides technical support and training to the end-user at the customer facility
Ensures products and services continue to be the benchmark within the industry
Demonstrates a commitment to safe work practices while on JR Automation or the customer’s premises
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline or Technical Diploma with three years of college-level study or related experience or equivalent of
Intermediate understanding of electrical circuits, electrical panel design, pneumatic design, hydraulic design, PLC's (Programmable Logic Controller), HMI's (Human Machine Interface), robot programming, VFD's (Variable Frequency Drive), servo application's, and device communication networks (DNET, ENET, and Profibus)
Ability to demonstrate strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
Travel up to 25% to customer sites & other JR locations
Ability to interact professionally with customers, and maintain a positive working relationship, which at times may be under difficult circumstances and/or high-pressure situations
JR Automation requires candidates to successfully complete a 10-panel drug screen, physical examination, and background check
Preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Current or prior JR Automation experience, or experience in the automation industry is strongly preferred
Company
JR Automation
JR Automation is a leading global integrator of custom automated systems for manufacturing and distribution environments around the world.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-04-24Acquired
Leadership Team
David DeGraaf
Chief Executive Officer
Joe Shelata
Chief Financial Officer
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