Automation and Robotics Engineer

Ferroworks•McKees Rocks, PA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Standard Forged is looking for an Automation/Robotics Engineer. In this position you will be responsible for designing, testing, and troubleshooting automated PLC and robotic processes. These support services will typically be performed alongside vendors and the broader maintenance team. This role is located in McKees Rocks, PA. The engineer will design, program, implement, and test new control system/automation projects within the current facility. They will also participate in capital projects, new installations, testing, and modernization projects for new PLC and robotic systems. Providing front-line technical support, problem-solving, and maintenance support for all automated manufacturing systems is a key responsibility. The role involves participating in root cause analysis, incident investigations, and troubleshooting of control issues. Modifications/updates and continuous process improvement solutions for existing automated equipment and stand-alone control systems will be implemented, along with updating design specifications, SOPs, operating standards, engineering documents, and drawings.

Requirements

5+ Years of experience in electrical maintenance and/or robotics and automation, ideally in an industrial setting
Bachelor’s degree in engineering required
Equivalent Combination of education an experience may be considered
Ability to tolerate both high and low temperatures, loud noises typical of a manufacturing plant
Be aware of and observe all safety practices. Including but not limited to- Safety glasses, safety boots, hearing protection, etc… as required
Know and follow all safety rules and procedures.
Participate in safety committees and initiatives as assigned.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and understanding of controls systems governed by platforms such as Allen Bradley CompactLogix, ControlLogix, Siemens Step 7, ABB Robotic, Honeywell and Hart Protocol.
Understanding of network communication protocols (TCP/IP, Ethernet, Profibus, control net, profinet, DeviceNet, Modbus and Rs232
Ability to build and implement control applications through PLC programming and HMI graphic design
Works well with others, within a team and takes accountability
Result driven and self-motivated
Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and presentation)
Organized, with strong computer literacy such as MS office applications, inventor, AutoCAD etc.
Strong ability to read Electrical Drawings, Schematics, Single Line Diagrams and P&ID which depict the electrical theory, operation, and control of a system
Strong understanding of industrial control
Comfortable with 24/7 manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Design, programming, implementation, and testing support for new Control System/Automation projects within our current facility
Participate in capital projects, new installations, testing, and modernization projects for new PLC and robotic systems.
Provide front-line technical support, problem-solving, and maintenance support for all the automated manufacturing systems.
Participate in root cause analysis, incident investigations and troubleshooting of control issues
Implement modifications/updates and continuous process improvement solutions for existing automated equipment and stand-alone control systems.
Implementation of document updates for design specification, SOPs, operating standards, engineering documents, drawings, etc.