Advanced Controls Engineer

Overview

An engineer in this position develops and maintains software and occasionally electrical controls hardware for Friction Based Metal Processing Machines.

• Interpret control requirements, especially software, from customer/internal specifications
• Develop flow charts, sequence of operations, and other high level controls documentation
• Develop and maintain Machine Controller software with a focus on new and advanced development items, including:
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) software
• Primarily in IEC 61131 Structured Text, but some in Ladder Logic
• Computer Numerical Controller (CNC) software
• HMI software (Using HMI builder software, such as RSView)
• Assist in developing advanced Human Machine Interface (HMI) software (written in languages such as Visual Basic, .NET, C#, and XAML)
• Follow established standards for software architecture and programming conventions
• Contribute to development and improvement of the standard architecture and programming conventions
• Assist in the creation of electrical control schematics and other hardware design documentation
• Assist in the creation of Bill of Materials listing electrical components for hardware design
• Provide technical content for documents such as machine set-up manuals, operation instructions, and help files
• Support Assemblers, Electrical Technicians, and Project Manager during machine build
• Support startup and debugging of equipment
• Support Project Manager during Run-off (Factory Acceptance Testing) of equipment
• Provide remote technical support to customers via email, phone, and remote access software

• College degree (BS minimum) in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering. (BS Degrees in other fields may be considered if the coursework and experience support the skill set listed below)
• At least 1–5 years experience in software development and/or machine controls
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. permanently
• Ability to work with standard IEC 61131 programming languages such as Structured Text, Ladder Logic, Function Block, etc.
• Ability to develop and modify computer programs in Visual Basic, C#, and XAML
• The ability and willingness to learn new processes and programming languages
• Ability to implement advanced mathematics in software
• Must have excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products and the use of Macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)

• Experience with B&R Automation products, specifically Automation Runtime and Automation Studio
• Familiar with HMI development software
• Familiar with NC programming (G-Codes, etc.)
• Understanding of manufacturing machinery, especially controls
• Understanding of basic electrical circuits
• Familiar with using Computer Aided Design/Drafting (AutoCAD) to design and draft Electrical Controls Drawings
• Knowledgeable in Model View View Model (MVVM) as a preferred form of programming for Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF)
• Proficient with basic Network configuration tasks
• Foreign language experience helpful (Spanish, German, Chinese, or French)

• Ability to travel (potentially internationally)
• Ability to function in a shop environment
• Ability to work in an office environment
• Visual acuity: ability to work at a computer monitor
• Accommodations as required for reading engineering drawings and office files
• Hearing ability: no special requirements