What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Automation Engineer - Indianapolis Regulated Environment position at Flexware Innovation?
Description
WHAT FLEXWARE DOES
Flexware Innovation is the go-to engineering firm for forward-thinking manufacturers that need to integrate their business and production systems to maximize their resources.
Founded in 1996, our highly-skilled teams of dedicated professionals work side-by-side with customers to leverage technology to solve real business problems by providing best-in-class software development, automation engineering, manufacturing systems integration (MES, HMI / SCADA, & ERP), business intelligence solutions, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and specialized product development.
But we're not just invested in technology - we're also invested in people. Our internal promise to our Flexdogs is to have a positive and lasting impact on our families by providing a healthy and engaging work environment. Our environment is fun, family-friendly, energetic, and was nominated for TechPoint's Mira Award for "Company Culture of the Year" in 2017, four Powderkeg awards in 2019, and 5 Powderkeg awards in 2022.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
You'll have the opportunity to consult and work with many of Flexware's clients by helping lead large projects while still being hands on with many technologies in controls and automation. We are looking for a senior-level engineer who wants to be challenged to come up with innovative solutions and lead the solutions allowing our customers to be freed up to focus on what they do best. We are looking for someone who has experience working in a regulated environment. This position will be working in the Pharmaceuticals and Life Sciences industry. As a consultant, you will work with a multitude of technologies depending on what the client's needs are. Here are some of the technologies and responsibilities that you may encounter :
- Program and install PLCs including Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and MicroLogix.
- Program and install HMIs / SCADA systems including Allen-Bradley PanelView ME / SE, Wonderware InTouch, and Wonderware ArchestrA.
- Program and install VFDs including Allen-Bradley PowerFlex, Armorstart, and Danfoss.
- Work with networking components such as Ethernet / IP, ControlNet, or DeviceNet.
- Responsible for automation and controls system design, specifications, programming, simulation, testing, as well as start-up assistance.
- Assist in developing a functional description of the automation solution such as the control scheme, alarms, HMI, reports, and others.
- Assist in various project management / coordination tasks such as managing project schedules and budgets, developing scope of work, and providing technical leadership.
- Calibrate, troubleshoot, test, repair, and improve sensing, measurements, and actuation devices.
- Assist in defining the data structure layout and data flow model.
- Provide detailed documentation to clients on systems designs and programming.
- Perform other duties or work with other technologies as necessary.
Flexware is looking for an individual that is willing to step in where necessary and help our clients be successful. We are looking for someone that is not afraid to get their hands dirty and be of service to others. There is a travel expectation for this position.
WHAT YOU MIGHT HAVE DONE BEFORE
Flexdogs are a rare breed of engineers. They come from varied backgrounds, but typically have some of the following traits :
If you're interested in becoming a Flexdog, we're excited to start a conversation with you! Please reach out to our recruiting team at [email protected] Your inquiry and conversation will be treated with confidentiality, and we will not share your information with others.
