Engineering Technician

Aspen Surgical•Las Piedras, PR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Examine, diagnose, and correct complex problems related to the equipment in the process of manufacturing. Assembles and installs mechanical and electromechanical equipment and systems such as production machinery, fixtures, assembly and packaging equipment, conveyor systems, process alarm, monitoring devices, and PLC control systems. Develops and implements projects to improve efficiency of production machinery, and quality of manufacturing processes. Works closely with Engineers in the design, construction, de-bug, acceptance testing, installation, validation phases for the implementation of new manufacturing equipment. Must design, program, troubleshoot and test PLC control systems. Works from written/verbal instructions and engineering sketches, specifications, technical manuals. Uses a variety of test equipment. Works under minimum supervision.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree preferred or associate degree in electronics, electronic engineering technology or mechanical engineering technology.
Minimum five (5) years of experience preferred in a manufacturing or automation engineering environment.
High Technical Knowledge and good performance in the following areas: Grinding technology, automated assembly equipment, automated packaging equipment (die sealing form-seal), Heat treat Ovens, Ultrasonic Cleaning equipment, Allen Bradley Automation Systems.
Bilingual (Spanish/English)
Experience in the use of Microsoft Software Package (MS Word, MS Excel, Power Point).
Experience in the use of RS Logic Software.
Good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Design, program, troubleshoot, and test logical sequence for Allen Bradley programmable controllers and operator interfaces.
Familiarize with and troubleshoot other non-Allen Bradley PLC control systems available at the manufacturing site.
Examine, diagnose, and correct complex electromechanical and control problems in manufacturing equipment.
Disassemble equipment or machinery, disconnect controls, and remove defective parts so they may be repaired or substituted.
Help design and perform Preventive Maintenance tasks for new/rebuilt/upgraded equipment, fixtures, and tools.
Train area mechanics and set-ups on such activities.
Ensure spare parts for process area equipment have been identified and purchased.
Understand and be able to read pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical blueprints.
Assemble and install equipment/machinery using hand and precision tools.
Prepare documentation of all changes performed on equipment, including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints.
Assist Area Engineers in the IQ/OQ and software validation phases for changes to existing or new manufacturing equipment.
Evaluate equipment improvement effectiveness and have initiative to drive continuous improvement on process equipment.
Mentor area Technical Personnel.
Other related duties as assigned by Immediate Supervisor.