PLC Automation Engineer-oct23

Keltia Design•Spokane, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Client is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of productivity-enhancing solutions, such as overhead cranes for material handling, automated aerospace tooling and parts, agricultural equipment, and custom machinery used in multiple industries around the world. Our Client, Inc.’s facility is fully integrated with the capability to perform nearly all services in-house. Our current capabilities include design, engineering, welding, machining, painting, assembly, testing, and installation of complex machinery. Visit our website to view some of our work – www.Our Clientinc.com – Job Purpose: Under the direction of the Automation Engineering Manager, you will design and implement electrical control systems. These systems include PLC controls, operator interfaces, variable frequency drives, and other specialty control system features. You will also support the construction of control systems, including the manufacturing of UL508A control panels, perform equipment testing in the factory, commissioning equipment in the field and execute acceptance testing for our customers.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years experience in the design, development, and implementation of control systems including PLC programming and HMI development
Solid understanding of VFD applications and tuning
Experience with Microsoft Office products: Excel, Word, Outlook
Ability to effectively communicate with co-workers, customers, and suppliers
Must demonstrate a strong work ethic and the ability to complete tasks without constant supervision
Strong problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail
Must have good time management and organizational skills
Must be willing to work on-site; this is not a remote position

Responsibilities

Assess project requirements and undertake relevant research
Design, improve and troubleshoot control systems for machines and equipment
Coordinate with contractors performing electrical design services
Produce and implement designs and test procedures
Develop control programs using PLC, HMI and VFDs
Direct and technically assist during equipment assembly or installation
Execute technical assignments within schedule and budget constraints
Provide technical support for our manufacturing facility, our field technicians and customers
Commission machines and equipment in house and in the field
Identify and procure materials and components as needed for control panel and system fabrication and assembly
Create and review O&M manuals
Must maintain a clean driving record as you may be required to drive a company vehicle at times
Be willing to travel for short periods of time for evaluations, service or commissioning