Controls Engineer- Packaging Dept. - ADECCO

• Perform detailed design of control systems for complex machines, specifying all       electrical components (power distribution, PLC, I/O, motion control,          communications, sensors, wiring, etc.).
• Create electrical schematics and panel layouts using 2D CAD software (AutoCAD).
• Write PLC and HMI software to operate these machines.
• Implement hardware and software modifications to existing equipment in order to         improve capabilities. efficiency, reliability, performance, etc.
• Document all designs and engineering decisions for future reference (CAD, BOM’s,         calculations, etc.).
• Provide  technicians with sufficient documentation to allow proper assembly.
• Supervise the electrical assembly process and note problem areas. Assist with   wiring as needed.
• Assist with machine debugging, acceptance testing, installation, and troubleshooting     (both in-person / hands-on and remotely).
• Interface with sales, customers, field service, and R&D for all stages of the project.
• Provide technical assistance to customers /  technicians (occasionally     outside of normal working hours).
• Interface with vendors and purchasing department in order to obtain quotations,             necessary parts, and ensure quality.
• Provide technical feedback to sales / management with regards to feasibility, cost,   etc.
• Help maintain organized file system for engineering documents (programs,         drawings, manuals, etc.).
• Contribute to the creation of service manuals.
• Assist with software license maintenance duties.
• Share technical knowledge with customers and  personnel in both formal and           informal training settings.

• Submit regular progress reports / trip reports.
• Participate in other business functions (cost estimates, development of engineering             standards, continuous improvement efforts, scheduling, safety audits, etc.).

• Track record of creating machine PLC programs using Rockwell Automation / Allen            Bradley RS Logix / Studio 5000 software
• Ability to read and troubleshoot existing PLC logic to resolve complex problems   and/or optimize machine performance
• Experience with servo motion control techniques used in aforementioned software
• Knowledge of industrial electronic panel design / layout
• Proficiency in creating electrical schematics using 2D CAD software
• Ability to create user interface software for use on common industrial HMI’s
• Very strong electrical troubleshooting background
• Moderate to high level of mechanical aptitude
• Understanding of engineering units, concepts of physics
• Experience building complex electrical panels and wiring devices from detailed           electrical schematics
• Strong attention to detail
• Strict adherence to standards, structure
• Superior quality of workmanship
• Solid judgment with minimal supervision or work direction
• Strong communication / interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage numerous requests, both internal  and external          (customer coordination)
• Working knowledge of packaging machinery (especially VFFS equipment) (preferred,            not required)
• Knowledge of food safety / GMP’s / process equipment / aseptic packaging / coffee   industry (preferred, not required)

• High School diploma or GED certificate
• 4-year engineering degree preferred, (2-year technical college degree plus technical           work experience can be substituted)
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing / production environment
• 3+ years of experience writing and troubleshooting code with the following software is required: RS Logix / Studio 5000, FactoryTalk
• Experience with the following software is preferred: AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical,          Siemens SIMATIC, Wonderware, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word

Physical Effort and Dexterity

• Must be able to speak, write and understand English proficiently.
• Working knowledge of Italian is desirable, but not necessary.
• Must be able to see clearly enough to safely navigate customer and            industrial sites and assess equipment.
•       Experience with customer interaction (at all levels of the customer organization:   shop floor to executive) Must be able to climb in, onto, over existing packaging         equipment in order to assess the machine.
•      Must be able to completely survey a customer facility for efficiency opportunities, including, ladders, stairs, roof access, basement access, etc. 
•       Must be able to sustain long periods of standing in production facilities. 
•       Must be able to operate an automobile, have a valid driver’s license. 
•       Must be able to operate a PC keyboard and telephone.

• Must be able to tolerate temperature extremes when assessing customer plants and       equipment. Conditions are typical of southern USA cities, with non-air-conditioned   industrial locations (very hot and humid). Several customers are also located in       Canada, and winter conditions are sometimes extremely cold and dry.
• This position will require limited overnight travel, both domestic and international. We estimate an average of 10 – 20% travel. Travel will be divided between          automobile trips and air travel.
• Normal work week is Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends depending     upon project workload.

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