Lab Equipment Control Engineer

Keurig Dr Pepper•Burlington, MA

1d•$70,500 - $105,000

About The Position

As a Lab Equipment Controls Engineer II, you will participate in the Hardware/Software Controls development utilized on packaging equipment, process equipment, high speed applications, and Lab equipment. You will be responsible for significant contributions to troubleshooting existing equipment. You must be self-driven, quick to learn, and able to perform in a very dynamic work environment, balancing a wide variety of projects and work activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree
3 - 6+ years of relevant experience
Moderate experience in the engineering, design and development of lab equipment meant to simulate high volume, high speed, high precision assembly operations and complex industrial systems
Knowledge of VFD and Servo drives.
General knowledge of PID loops and process control concepts
General knowledge of motion control concepts and robotics
Ability to travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

Experience with Rockwell Automation products, National Instruments and Ardino a plus
Programming knowledge of Rockwell Automation RSLogix5000 and FTView ME and SE a plus
(AB Powerflex and Kinetix a plus)
Experience in food or consumer goods packaging industries is a plus
SQL Server Database knowledge and Visual Basic Programming a plus
Experience with machine vision is a plus

Responsibilities

Install and troubleshoot control systems, servo drives, motors, HMIs and PLCs on Lab equipment, high speed packaging lines and process equipment
Develop, collaborate on and review wiring diagrams and logic for new equipment, field retrofits, and upgrades
Provide support for continuous improvement initiatives
Utilize excellent troubleshooting skills with a hands-on approach to identify root cause and define solution
Research and analyze data for specifications, feasibility studies, and productivity improvements