Senior, Controls Design Engineer

ATS Automation Tooling Systems • Lewis Center, OH

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About The Position

As a Controls Design Engineer you will be the driving force behind bringing ATS' machines to life. You will be a part of a highly motivated, dynamic, multi-disciplinary team working to design and commission world-class automation solutions. You will drive impact in developing machine concepts, designing control software, integrating software into electrical/mechanical systems, process development and ultimately site installations worldwide. You will have the opportunity to program state-of-the-art automation equipment with PLCs, PCs, Robotics, motion controllers, vision systems, dispense systems, laser systems and other leading-edge technologies - with a strong emphasis on robotics, which are central to our automation platforms. This position also offers the added benefit of international travel to support global project deployments.

Requirements

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, systems, or computer engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in engineering design, development, programming and commissioning automated systems, custom machinery or industrial equipment.
• Strong programming, mechanical and electrical problem solving skills.
• Thorough understanding and hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics control systems and machine operation.
• Hands-on experience with robotics and control systems is highly desirable.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with the ability to work either independently and part of a team in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software programs (PLC and/or PC based) specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS programming methods.
• Debug and commission control systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations.
• Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, dispense systems and lasers.
• Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, with the goals being enhanced safety, enhanced functionality and reduced cost.
• Work with other members of the control systems design department and other groups to ensure that labor and material budgets as well as scheduled delivery dates are adhered to or improved upon.
• Work with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers and electricians to solve problems in order to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
• Provide thorough testing of machine functionality to verify software program completeness.
• Provide accurate documentation for each project.
• Advise customer on solving technical problems.
• Follow and contribute to quality program (ex. ISO / NQA) procedures.
• Provide customer with training specific to their current project (i.e. machine operation, programming principles and program structure).
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. This includes following LOTO procedures and wearing appropriate PPE.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees