NorthWind Technical Services · 4 hours ago
Automation & Controls Engineer
Sabetha, Kansas, United States
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNorthWind Technical Services is seeking an Automation Engineer I responsible for ensuring the safety, financial, and technical success of projects related to their product offerings. The role includes writing PLC and HMI programs, testing existing systems, and providing customer support while traveling to various sites.
Industrial AutomationInformation TechnologyManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Write PLC, HMI, and computer programs
Test and validate proper function of existing systems; evaluate how the systems may be improved
Travel to customer sites for evaluation of systems and for commissioning of software
Train users and provide post project support
Organize, plan, and prioritize work for multiple projects and for customers in a wide variety of industries
Communicate with customers, vendors, and co-workers to develop best solutions that meet customer needs
Gather Information by observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources
Perform complex problem solving
Diagnose system issues and customer problems and devise best solutions
Proactively anticipate potential issues to circumvent development of problems
Review and obtain relevant information to diagnose problems or system needs, develop, and evaluate options and then implement solutions
Proactively make timely decisions, often without the benefit of all of the information or consultation with your supervisor
National and international travel is required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in accredited Engineering discipline, Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics preferred
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to include applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of automation projects
Knowledge of pneumatic conveying, extrusion, drying, separating, and compounding, weighing, and batching, and continuous processes etc
Fluent use of MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint; GroupWise; EPLAN; PromiseE, AutoCAD; RSLOGIX 5000; RSView; Microsoft Visual Basic
National and international travel is required
Preferred
Ability to build effective relationships that are focused on integrity and trust
An attitude of dedication to achieve professional success
A focus on serving internal and external customers with respect, understanding, and empathy
Ability and willingness to recognize the intrinsic value of every person
Drive and curiosity to explore new technology and innovation for continued growth and improvement
Company
NorthWind Technical Services
NorthWind Technical Services is a control system integrator that provides factory automation and engineering solutions to manufacturers.
Founded in 1997
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matt Bosworth
Chief Operating Officer
Kyle Banks
Technical Resource Partner
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