Instrumentation and Controls Engineer

Wolfspeed•Marcy, NY

2d•$93,000 - $128,000

About The Position

This role will be primarily focused on the Building Automation System and automated facility supporting various utilities fed to our production environment. The person in this role will act as a system expert for our SCADA system programming and operation, PLC programming and troubleshooting, and OT Network administration. Additionally, this individual will monitor facilities processes in order to continuously improve systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field
PLC programming in Allen-Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix platforms.
Siemens PLC programming experience.
HMI/SCADA programming in Ignition, FactoryTalk View SE/ME
Temperature / pressure / level / conductivity / PH / vibration instrumentation, sensors, and other field I/O devices
Ability to interpret documents such as technical manuals, functional specifications, electrical schematics and operational manuals.
Ability to independently troubleshoot equipment.
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients
Critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, able to work independently and in team environments.
Computer skills, MS Excel, and MS Word

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with AutoCAD/BIM is a plus.

Responsibilities

Program, configure, and maintain automation hardware and software, including Allen-Bradley PLCs, VFDs, SCADA (FactoryTalk or Ignition) displays and hardware, reporting, and remote alarm notification software applications.
Data monitoring and analysis for process improvements and issue resolution for applicable departments
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to understand processes, project objectives, critical success factors, and to develop corresponding automation solutions.
Author, review, and approve change controls, deviation investigations, standard operating procedures (SOPs), drawings, schematics, work orders, etc.
Develop and maintain detailed documentation of our hardware and software solutions, including specifications, guides, and standard operating procedures.
Prepare design documentation (specifications and drawing details) and basis of design reports to support the construction of new and improved process control systems.
Read and update wiring diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs.
On call after hours and weekend support to the Facilities/Manufacturing to ensure continuous production
Ensure adherence to ISO requirements by supporting the quality system through maintenance of an active working knowledge of processes, setting an example by following requirements, and participating in continuous process improvements and internal audits.
Troubleshoot and monitor OT network for communication related issues and potential security risks
Participate in system testing, operations, debugging, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis to create resilient, reliable, and high-functioning control systems.
Leading equipment and process troubleshooting efforts, Root Cause Analysis, and deviation, as applicable
Interacting regularly with Manufacturing, Maintenance, Process Engineers, Plant Engineering, Validation and Quality and other functions, as needed
Provide technical support and training to end-users to ensure system reliability, optimization, and ease of use.
Project Management responsibilities include leading multi-disciplined, cross-functional team(s) to deliver stated project objectives within cost, time, and quality constraints.