FlexSteel Pipe - Control Systems Engineer

This is a FlexSteel Pipe position and is located in Baytown, TX. 

SUMMARY

FlexSteel (www.flexsteelpipe.com) is an innovation-driven flexible pipe technology company. The Company comprises a hard-working and dedicated team united by a commitment to Safety, Quality, Human Development, Delivery, Innovation, Productivity, and excellence in all we do. The culture of FlexSteel can be described as energetic and passionate, which is felt daily throughout the Company. FlexSteel embodies teamwork with a focus on hiring top talent and developing employees.

• The Control Systems Engineer has the full responsibility for the implementation of manufacturing equipment projects and assignments. The Control Systems Engineer will be a critical individual implementing advanced techniques in PLC programming, troubleshooting and ensuring highly reliable automation in a manufacturing environment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual in this position must use initiative and judgment arranging job details to achieve predetermined objectives. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Analyzes and addresses sophisticated automation equipment challenges to provide effective control system solutions to an assortment of new and existing automated process equipment while focusing on growing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as extruders, rotating equipment, hydraulic, mechanical systems, scanners, cameras, and other devices and programs
• Understands, maintains and addresses machine control systems, including PLC controllers and industrial networks such as motor control systems, servo drives, variable frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems
• Partners with internal engineering and maintenance teams; as well as external equipment vendors and parts suppliers to complete root cause analysis, formulate solutions, and coordinate solution implementation
• Acts as a primary technical consultant for Automation and Control projects and troubleshooting inside the Baytown, TX manufacturing facility
• Is a champion of safety procedures and recognizing safety hazards. Comply with all company safety policies including OSHA standards and NFPA 70 & NFPA 79.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent of 10 years experience in Computer Sciences, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, Engineering Technology, or other related engineering.
• Confirmed understanding of working with controls trouble shooting in a manufacturing environment with extensive PLC Programming experience.
• Proven record within an industrial controls' environment which includes PLC programming, Factory Talk HMI development, I/O, communication networks and AC, DC, single / three-phase.
• Experienced with Rockwell Automation Software, Allen-Bradley RS Logix PLC software and Factory Talk ME & SE HMI development.
• Confirmed understanding with Extrusion, Mechanical Systems and Rotating equipment.
• Detailed experience demonstrating electrical knowledge of 24v AC/DC control circuits, digital multimeters and functions and experience with 120v power and control circuits, knowledge of 277v-480v power circuits and ability to wire-up and efficiently operate a 3-phase motor.
• Ability to read, understand and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics, along with knowledge in mechanical and architectural drawings
• Experience with networked VFDs (EtherNet, DeviceNet, emphasis on Yaskawa drives)
• Expert in reading electrical drawings and schematics; and familiarity with AutoCAD and SolidWorks software.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; stand, walk and sit; talk and hear.
• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to clearly hear voices or alarms, bells, and other noise.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Plant/Shop/Field Services:
  • Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
  • Occasional risk of electrical shock.
  • Plant environment varies from cool to hot and humid conditions.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Occasional exposure at high noise levels.
•  Office:
  • Typical office environment for paperwork and computer tasks. Moderate temperature and sound levels.

Disclaimer: Flexsteel Pipeline Technologies, LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may, and probably will be asked to perform other duties as required. Each employee, regardless of classification, is required to maintain a safe, orderly and clean workplace, using safety precautions and observing safety rules at all times.