Junior Manufacturing Engineer

Wabtec Corporation•Maxton, NC

64d

About The Position

As a Junior Manufacturing Engineer, reporting to the Operations Support Manager, you will be responsible for helping to design and oversee installation and maintenance of the various electrical, mechanical, and control systems associated with new and existing facility equipment with a concentration on electrical and control systems.

Requirements

Associate degree (Required).
A minimum of two (2) years' experience in an industrial environment
Demonstrated experience programming/troubleshooting of PLC's especially using Rockwell Automation
Working knowledge of AutoCAD software
In depth knowledge of electrical power wiring design principles
Knowledge of the application and use of AC VFDs and other common electrical equipment
Good technical writing skills
Technical maintenance skills
Ability to Present Issues / Opportunities to RFPC Staff
Good Communication and Interaction Skills

Responsibilities

Upon identification of a worthwhile project, write a project description including A) Overall project function, B) Anticipated project benefits and C) Estimated project cost obtained by working directly with vendors, contractors, and other suppliers to determine project equipment requirement. The project description is sent to RFPC management for review and approval.
Upon approval of a project, order equipment and perform required detailed mechanical and/or electrical schematics using AutoCAD software.
After applicable training, and working with MFG IT, performs detailed Rockwell Automation PLC programming and configuration required for successful project implementation.
Oversee project installation and conduct system startup
In conjunction with RFPC maintenance department, conduct/oversee routine maintenance of new equipment systems.
Install and support system upgrades to existing equipment as required
Enter new data into production systems as required
Support RFPC Lean Manufacturing programs
Conceptualize, design, and install condition-based monitoring (CBM) systems on new and existing facility equipment.
Other duties as assigned by Manufacturing Engineer