Electrical Program Engineer 2

The Position

This position is a member of the Engineering Department.  The Electrical Programming Engineer 2 will report directly to the Senior Software Engineering Manager.

Job Description       

Primary Responsibilities 

• Proven experience in taking automated systems from concept through completion including design/build of custom pieces and integration of OEM equipment, including robots, as required by particular applications.
• Design software experience: Experience with Allen Bradley or Siemens PLC/HMI systems and programming required. Experience with robotics programing a strong plus. Experience with MES development/integration a strong plus.
• Self-starter who is well-organized, detail-oriented, creative and possesses excellent problem-solving skills.

• Advanced designs of new products or re-design product software. Understanding of development of existing products for schematics, control cabinets, layouts, etc.

• Utilize leading edge software and tools.
• Design projects must be done in a timely manner.
• Designs must follow all safety requirements.
• Ability to develop concepts and solutions meeting all customer requirements and to estimate the cost of implementation of those solutions.

• Perform commissioning and debug of products.

• Able to energize machine safely and competently, ready for wet test and SAT.
• Assure product is “as designed”.
• Review/approve all applicable requests for change.
• Assure proper documentation has been recorded.
• Assure product meets specifications.
• Maintain a working knowledge of machine process and operation.

• Proficiency with written and oral communication and giving presentations. Need to effectively present technical documents with an ability to explain technical concepts with depth that is tailored to expected audience.
• Strong time management skills. Must be able to handle multiple projects at one time.
• Ability to develop strong professional relationships with vendors and customers across a wide spectrum of industry.
• Work in a team environment.

• Mentor other engineers.
• Ability to lead a design team on a large project including lead team meetings, design reviews, machine reviews, kick-off meetings.
• Interact with other departments, including Manufacturing, TSS, Sales and Purchasing

Job Requirements      

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in an automated equipment design environment. 

Skills & Relevant Work Experience

• Knowledge of Allen Bradley and/or Siemens PLC/HMI systems Experience with AC/DC drives a plus
• Experience programming robots a plus (primarily Fanuc and ABB)
• Experience with draftsite a plus
• AutoCAD would be a plus.

Travel Requirements: Up to 25%

EOE M/F/D/V