Automation Controls Engineer

Targan Inc•Raleigh, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The R&D Automation and Controls Engineer plays a key role in the realization of automated equipment at TARGAN, Inc. This position is hands-on; requiring the Engineer to conceive, program, debug, and troubleshoot equipment with the goal of putting machinery into customer facilities. This position can facilitate a range of experience. However, it is expected that the Engineer candidate will eventually move into a senior role with the ability to take ownership of and lead projects.

Requirements

Minimum of 2-3 years of experience working with PLC/PAC technologies in an industrial environment.
In lieu of a degree: a minimum of 5 years of experience for consideration.

Nice To Haves

Creating touchscreen HMI interfaces using vendor packages, possibly SCADA, from scratch
Integrating PLC/PAC & SCADA with databases
Ability to create schematics using AutoCAD Electrical, Solidworks Electrical, or similar software
A background in electrical design
Knowledge of other programming languages such as Python, C#, etc.
Experience with computer vision

Responsibilities

Programming of modern PLC/PAC devices using IEC61131-3 compliant languages.
Integration of I/O systems using industrial automation fieldbus protocols such as EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, IO-Link and others.
Integration of machine vision and other pieces of equipment using the above protocols.
Integration of machine safety using the above protocols.
Use of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and interaction with them using the above protocols.
Incorporate sensors for flow, pressure, etc. into the machine program using the above protocols.
Ability to work within the framework ‘template’ of a PLC/PAC system using state-machines (ISA-TR88.00.02).
Basic understanding of linear single-axis motion control.
Good code techniques to include documentation of function blocks, programs, etc.
Methodical and incremental testing of code to minimize excessive debugging in the final product.
Understand schematic diagrams of electrical systems.
Understand electrical safety and working around electro-mechanical machinery.
Troubleshoot equipment using electrical multimeters and other testing devices.
Work as part of a cross-functional team including Engineers and Scientists to create the desired product outcomes.
Participate as an active member of cross-functional teams; provide and receive constructive feedback.
Ability to be given direction and work independently for periods of time to achieve desired outcomes.
Ability to work onsite in customer environments independently and as part of a team.