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CONTROL SYSTEMS INTEGRATOR II - L&A

Job Details

Charlotte - Charlotte, NC
Full Time
2 Year Degree
Up to 50%
Manufacturing

Description

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Software Manager – Automation Engineering, the Control Systems Integrator II contributes significantly to the development, commissioning, and support of our automated systems. This role involves programming and commissioning control systems, following integration best practices, providing technical support, and troubleshooting. Technical knowledge, versatility, adaptability, eagerness to learn, and exceptional customer service are essential.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Implement intuitive HMIs to facilitate machine understanding, control, and troubleshooting
  • A strong client-focused approach, dedicated to providing exceptional client experiences to our internal and external customers
  • Embrace continuous improvement by developing and learning new skills to stay updated with technological advancements
  • Participate in design, control logic, and programming reviews, and contribute to factory acceptance and site acceptance tests (FAT/SAT)
  • Testing and integration of hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, and vision systems across multiple projects
  • Ensure systems are integrated according to best practices, defined standard operating procedures, and optimized in accordance with project specifications
  • Attend to and resolve support and site escalations, which may include troubleshooting electrical and mechanical issues
  • Participate in commissioning at customer sites including testing and debugging of systems
  • Participate in training of customer staff in the operation of integrated systems, including on-site operator support in the early days of the system going live
  • Demonstrate strong situational judgment and sound decision-making
  • Liaise with customers to ensure workflow requirements are fully understood and documented

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

  • Associate’s degree in Mechatronics, Controls/Automation, or related degree or experience.
  • 1-3 years of automation/controls development and implementation experience; and/or combination of experience and education will be considered.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience with PLCs (Rockwell, Siemens, Mitsubishi, Bosch), SCADA (Aveva, Ignition, Rockwell), HMIs (Rockwell, Siemens), VFDs, and motion control
  • Proficient with Microsoft Windows and applications (i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook). Linux experience is considered an asset
  • Ability to collaborate effectively and work as part of a team or independently
  • Experience in agile development methodologies is considered an asset
  • Knowledge of technical methods, principles, and practices as they apply to automation and safety
  • Familiar with PC programming languages such as C++, Python, or Java are considered an asset
  • Familiar with control measures and electrical safety designs based on hazard analysis
  • Experience in robotic applications with major brands (Fanuc, KUKA, Kawasaki) and their programming is considered an asset
  • Ability to work with customers, project managers, designers, and various trades through all phases of a product lifecycle

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret customer requirements and specifications. Ability to write reports and programs, and to effectively present information to customers, colleagues, and department leadership. Strong verbal and written communication skills (English).

 

REASONING ABILITY  

Strong judgment, troubleshooting and analytical capabilities. Aptitude to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

TRAVEL 

Must be willing and able to travel up to 30 - 50% of the year domestically and potentially internationally. Ability to travel on short notice under emergency situations. A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record are required.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

 

The employee may lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to wear personal protective equipment, as necessary.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

 

While performing this job's duties, the employee must be able to work safely near moving mechanical parts and electrical systems. The employee occasionally works where there is a possibility of being exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with varying ambient temperatures.

 

EOE, including disability/veterans.

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