What are the responsibilities and job description for the Service Controls Engineer position at ATS Automation?
ATS Company : ATS Corporation
Requisition ID : 12383
Location :
Rolling Meadows, IL, US, 60008-3833
Date : Feb 18, 2025
Service Controls Engineer
Job Description
ATS Life Sciences Chicago is a fast paced, exciting and progressive company experiencing incredible growth! We are currently looking for reliable, ambitious and hardworking employees to join our team. As a company, we pride ourselves on building a culture that values employees and promotes innovation, diversity, excellence in communication and commitment to personal / professional growth. Join our team and you will find we advocate a healthy working environment and opportunities to experience the rewards of contributing to a proactive and competent team. Why work here? ()
The Service Controls Engineer III conceptualizes, develops and programs retrofits and upgrades of automated equipment hardware and software according to a customer and internal specification of legacy equipment.
Capable of being the Controls Engineering Lead on large multi-module custom systems. In this role, you will travel 75% of the time.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :
Lead the development of controls architecture system retrofits and optimize performance expectations.
Program control systems for cam, servo, and air operated stations, along with test and electrical devices.
Ensure the electrical design is functional, robust, and cost effective.
Innovate and use good judgment to incorporate ATS Life Sciences Chicago standards and regulatory requirements.
Research and specify appropriate purchased and preferred components.
Create electrical wiring schematics, flow diagrams, panel layouts, bill of materials (BOM), organize release packages, and update schematics.
Participate in internal and customer design reviews, installations, and service calls when needed.
Provide estimates for controls engineering hours to design retrofits and upgrades on existing machines according to a customer and internal specification.
Guide Electricians in wiring and codes. Support software validation requirements.
Work with suppliers to find / develop the most functional and economical solutions to design issues.
Work under the confines of the project schedule and budget.
Problem-solve with Mechanical Builders, debug software issues, and update all appropriate documentation.
Communicate ideas and comprehend information both verbally and in written form.
Work closely with mechanical engineering and build and exhibit objectivity and openness to other views.
Prioritizes, plans, and organizes work and workspace.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Bachelors in electrical engineering, engineering related field or equivalent experience.
Six 6) years of automation experience.
Proficiency in Allen Bradley programmable logic controller’s (PLC), human-machine interface’s (HMI), servo control, and electrical design.
Computers, including programs such as Eplan, AutoCAD, Solid Works, Microsoft Office suite, etc.
Inspection and measuring tools such as scales, calipers, micrometers, multi-meters, dB meters, etc.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS :
Travel for this job is 75% of the time.
The employee may be required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor.
Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
Visual acuity – Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens.
Hearing ability – Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.
Working conditions – The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and / or physical hazards when visiting the manufacturing floor.
Capable of wearing appropriate related PPE for extended periods of time.
We are an equal employment employer. All applicants considered are subject to a pre-employment screening.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. Our company is not able to provide sponsorship to candidates wanting to work legally in the United States and needing an H1-B Visa.
If you're excited about this role, but do not meet all the qualifications listed above, you are still encouraged to apply.
Why YOU should join ourATS Life Sciences Systemsteam :
We value our PEOPLE- The foundation of a great company is having the best team which is why we continuously work to develop, engage, empower and energize our people. The best people want to work with the best team - the best teams are diverse and inclusive teams.
What we do MATTERS- our Life Sciences projects contribute to improving the lives of people around the world! ATS has made a commitment to be carbon neutral by 2030!
INNOVATION and PROBLEM SOLVINGis at our core - Our pursuit of continuous improvement in everything we do. Our focus is on building diverse teams, stimulating innovation by challenging conventional thinking, encouraging fresh ideas and promoting creative problem-solving.
We prioritize internalGROWTH & DEVELOPMENT- ATS offers endless opportunities for professional growth and development – with a tuition reimbursement program, individual development programs and a commitment to promoting from within - there is space for you to grow your career at ATS!
We offer COMPETITIVE Total Rewards- Starting salary for this position is $95,000 – $115,000 with, compensation for hours worked over 45, paid time off (PTO), employee incentive bonus program, comprehensive benefits (including health, dental vision and employee assistance program), a wellness reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, annual paid volunteer day off, 401K with employer match and optional employee share purchase program and more!!!
A place to BELONG : We celebrate our differences and ensure that all employees have equal opportunities for growth and development. We believe that diversity of thought, background, and experiences is essential for our success and innovation.
ATS is in compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and will, upon request, assist those who may require specific accommodations due to a personal disability. We would ask that those who require assistance to notify our offices as soon as possible if accommodation is necessary.
Salary : $95,000 - $115,000
