Automation Engineer
Consolidated Precision Products
- Euclid, OH
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Weekly Pay for Hourly Employees
- Comprehensive Benefit Plans
- Quarterly Bonus Opportunity
- 401k with Company Match
- Emphasis on Employee Engagement
- Paid Holidays and Vacation Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Provide engineering support to Facilities group, troubleshoot PLC control problems, advance the state of program development and management, and help develop new methods of manufacturing in the casting industry.
- Develops and improves manufacturing processes by application of automated equipment.
- Develop a method to automate having the equipment computer, PLC and HMI programs remain current.
- Work with the Maintenance personnel to understand the root cause of control-related failures.
- Develop within the Maintenance department a basic understanding of higher-level controls troubleshooting.
- Demonstrates a solid understanding of computer programming and software development.
- Has the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems and perform complex system tests.
- Possesses creative thinking skills and is a detail-oriented personality.
- Can communicate well to other members of the development team.
- Can document electrical design, schematics, and drawings in AutoCAD.
- Works with cross functional teams to develop new control methods giving Operations what is needed.
- Interprets controls needs of mechanical designs.
- Develops an electrical and controls standard for new equipment.
- Research supplier products for the best fit for an existing problem.
- May assist Production engineering in problem solving of quality issues as it relates to controls capability.
- Eliminate waste and elevate the productivity using Lean Manufacturing program.
- Participate in the startup of new equipment.
- Ability to cooperate, work effectively and professionally with all levels in the organization, both internal and external customers.
- Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance at work.
- Provides manufacturing engineering information by answering questions and requests.
- Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.
- Ensures all equipment controls are accurately defined and maintained.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Responsible for adherence to all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSEE preferred)
- Experience: 5+ years work experience in manufacturing environment. Preference to Investment Casting Experience.
- Other Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- PLC and HMI programming is a must.
- Configuring and designing HMI/OIT systems.
- Familiar with Motion Control and Vision. Robot experience is a plus.
- Decision Making and Problem Solving: Able to take action in solving problems with exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues.
- Experience and skill in troubleshooting control systems.
- Working Environment: Shop Floor, Office
- Physical Demands: Sitting or standing long periods of time, may be required to lift Metal castings up to 50 lbs.; extended periods of time using a computer screen.
- Travel Requirements: May be required to travel to other Turbine Technologies sites, as needed.
- Required PPE: Check for required PPE in areas you may be working in
- Safety Glasses: Needed in all areas of the plant.
- Steel to shoes: Needed in all areas of the plant.
Note that we maintain a drug-free workplace, and all offers of employment will be contingent on satisfactory results of a drug & background screen.This is a full time position