PLC/Automation Engineer

Cipla • Hauppauge, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Manage all phases of electrical and control equipment throughout the plant. This includes preventive, corrective, emergency, warranty service, etc. Diagnose and solve electrical problems for manufacturing and packaging equipment and systems. Install, service, calibrate, and update electrical systems. Repair and/or replace faulty electrical parts in manufacturing and packaging equipment. Conduct inspections to ensure that products or systems are in a safe and usable condition. Troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLC)/industrial programmable controllers (IPC). Assess building systems to plan work assignments and project schedules. Develop maintenance procedures and schedules. Ensure equipment maintenance and repair work are completed correctly and in a timely manner. Plan and perform PMP for equipment and facilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field of study from an accredited institution with a preferred minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting.
• In-depth understanding of electronics, electrical systems, and mechanical engineering principles.
• Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD and of computer operations in general.
• Familiarity with Programmable Logic Controllers and Distributive Control Systems.
• Ability to read electrical prints.
• Ability to read P&IDs.
• Ability to trouble shoot OMRON PLC hardware.
• Ability to trouble shoot OMRON PLC logic utilizing OMRON software.
• Ability to trouble shoot Allen Bradly PLC hardware.
• Ability to trouble shoot Allen Bradley PLC logic utilizing Allen Bradley
• Working knowledge of 480V and 4160V electrical switchgear, motors, and starters.
• Experience working from complex drawings and data, manuals, handbooks.
• Experience using a wide variety of measuring instruments and electronic analyzing and testing equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of electronic components, digital and analog circuitry, hydraulic systems, and machine tool principles essential.
• Knowledge of GMP and various regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in industrial automation.
• Ability to lead teams and facilitate the execution and completion of work.
• Communicate effectively (verbal, written, presentation skills) in the English language.
• Contribute and work collaboratively with geographically dispersed teams in HR and across other functional departments.
• Apply practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience.
• Work independently with general supervision.
• Influence others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices.
• Keen attention to details and must demonstrate use of good judgement and decision-making.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to lift fifteen (15) pounds with or without assistance.
• Able to frequently stand, bend, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop or crouch, kneel, reach, push, pull, grasp, feel, talk, write, type, listen and hear.
• Must be willing to work any shift or site as required.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally as needed (less than 20%).
• Able to be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hat, hair net, safety shoes, glasses, lab coat, and other required gear.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or related field of study from an accredited institution with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in an industrial / manufacturing setting preferred.
• Experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of electrical and control equipment throughout the plant.
• Diagnose and solve electrical problems for manufacturing and packaging equipment and systems.
• Install, service, calibrate, and update electrical systems.
• Repair and/or replace faulty electrical parts in manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Conduct inspections to ensure that products or systems are in a safe and usable condition.
• Troubleshoot programmable logic controllers (PLC)/industrial programmable controllers (IPC).
• Assess building systems to plan work assignments and project schedules.
• Develop maintenance procedures and schedules.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and repair work are completed correctly and in a timely manner.
• Plan and perform PMP for equipment and facilities.

Benefits

• In addition to a fulfilling career and competitive salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to include a 401(k) savings plan and matching, health insurance – medical/dental/vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), paid time off (PTO) – vacation/sick/flex time, paid holidays, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), parental leave, paid family leave, employee discounts, and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees