Controls Engineer, PLC

We are looking to add a skilled PLC Controls Engineer to our team!

Do you have a pulse on the Automotive industry? Are you looking for a new opportunity?

APPLY TODAY AND GROW YOUR CAREER WITH SCHENCK USA!

What We Offer:

Schenck USA Corp. offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, pet insurance, group legal, ID theft, EAP, 401(k) with company match, tuition assistance, holidays and paid time off, employee service/recognition awards and seasonal/social events!

Benefits eligibility is after 30 days!

As PLC Controls Engineer, you will be the primary liaison to our German affiliate, Durr Somac. You will engage in implementing equipment controls solutions for fluid fill machines in U.S. automotive factories. This includes design, architecture and implementation of software for hydraulic, pneumatic and motorized equipment as well as interlock and peripheral integration in the entire plant network system.

Other Duties Include:

• Program and debug structure text and ladder logic code on multiple PLC controller platforms e.g., Allen Bradley.
• Create robust programs and sequences to control complex process.
• Use scripting and SQL to interface equipment with System (MES) and to collect data into production databases.
• Set up and tune servo drives and VFDs for fast and smooth operation (Allen Bradley, SEW).
• Design and implement control reliable safety systems.
• Manage electrical cabinet builds, field wiring, pneumatic and fluid plumbing.
• Participate in initial equipment conceptual development and carefully balance product specifications, process requirements, layout complexity, cost, and lead-time limits.
• With support from US and German teams, facilitates site installation.
• Communicate and coordinate with the customer throughout the process.
• Provide training to maintenance personnel and operators.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Electrical preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with PLCs and HMI products; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Travel up to 30% of the time, including some international travel.
• Design, analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• PLC programming experience with a focus on Allen Bradley, Studio 5000, Rockwell, ControlLogix/CompactLogix.
• Experience with different fieldbus architectures such as DeviceNet or Ethernet/IP.
• Functional experience programming VFD's and Servo controllers.
• Proficiency in creating detailed electrical and fluid schematics in CAD.
• Familiarity with IEC61131-3 languages.
• Experience with Functional Safety standards.
• Experience in automotive industry, final assembly.
• Must be able to travel to customer, locally and nationally, up to 30%
• Must be able to travel to Germany for 6-12 week training.