PLC Specialist

Valeo•Reno, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a PLC Specialist, you will utilize Allen-Bradley PLCs to program and troubleshoot automated robotic and vision systems. You will oversee the ramp-up of manufacturing lines, including mechanical automation equipment, robotics, electromechanical systems, PLCs, motion control, and vision systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, or other relevant Engineering discipline (experience in lieu of education will be considered).
4+ years of PLC programming experience, preferably using Allen-Brandley.
Experience with Fanuc, ABB, or Kuka robotic systems.
Experience programming PLCs in a high-speed industrial environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience using Variable Frequency Drivers (VFDs) and Vision Systems (Keyence or Cognex).

Responsibilities

Modify and optimize existing PLC programs using IEC 61131-3 languages, with a focus on Ladder Diagram, for complex processes such as multi-station parallel processing and pick-and-place automation.
High-speed motion control, using Keyence and/or Cognex and Variable Frequency Drives.
Work in a 480 VAC and 24 VDC system areas, and ensure “lock out, tag out” procedures are followed.
Create process standards that permit duplication of testing systems at different Valeo sites.
Work on cycle-time reduction to solve bottlenecks, bring savings and optimize investments.
Design and implement sophisticated in-house control architectures integrating multiple PLCs, sensors, actuators, and other automation components.
Perform benchmarking and market analysis in order to remain aware of last evolutions, trends and integrate them in its mid-term actions.
Handle other assignments and functions assigned by the Site Process Manufacturing Manager.