What are the responsibilities and job description for the Automation Specialist position at Intralox?
Intralox, the world leader in conveyor equipment solutions, seeks an Automation Specialist - Lifecycle Services to support our global operations. This role is part of our Hanover, MD division, a subsidiary of Laitram, L.L.C., with a portfolio of innovative conveyance solutions and services that improve lives and optimize businesses worldwide.
Our global workforce of over 3,000 employees across 20 countries consists of reliable problem solvers who develop and deliver solutions that drive customer growth worldwide for more than 45 years. We prioritize honesty, fairness, and respect in treating customers, employees, and suppliers.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical support at client sites for new and existing systems.
- Lead field installation and commissioning of equipment.
- Support mechanical and electrical subcontractors for installation of equipment at customer facilities.
- Support and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical equipment and systems remotely.
- Develop and implement controls upgrades on existing systems.
- Produce troubleshooting instructions and training materials for mechanical and electrical control systems.
- Work with other groups for continuous improvement of systems and processes.
- Perform factory acceptance tests of finished equipment with the Test Engineering Group.
- Provide design and assembly support for industrial conveyor equipment, as needed.
- Maintain small projects independently.
Requirements
- High school diploma required.
- At least two (2) years of providing technical support at client sites, troubleshooting mechanical/electrical equipment, configuring PLCs/HMIs, and related experience.
- Strong electrical and mechanical aptitude with a willingness to both design and perform field work.
- Ability to understand and work from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
- Previous knowledge of commonly used controls engineering concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to understand manufacturer data sheets and apply them in practice.
- Ability to configure PLC's, HMI's, computers, networks, cameras, and variable frequency drives.
- Ability to problem solve and be creative.
- Proficient with remote working tools.
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Able to build effective relationships with engineering groups, customers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- A self-managed individual who is a team player.
- Able to travel up to 65%, work weekends, holidays, and overtime when required.
- Must have ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders.
Preferred Requirements
- Experience with Developer Software: SIEMENS TIA Portal, Beckhoff TWINCAT, Matlab and Matlab Simulink.
- Experience with VFDs: AB PowerFlex 525, Siemens G120SE, SW Movimots.
- Experience with HMIs platform: Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation FT View Machine Edition, Siemens WinCC, Schneider Electric Indusoft, Wonderware GE Cimplicity.
- Worked with Fieldbuses and communication protocols: Devicenet, Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, CANOpen, EtherCAT, Ethernet TCP/IP.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Electrical and AutoDesk Inventor.
- Familiar with Solidworks PDM or PTC Windchill PLM environments.
- Familiar with ERP systems such as Oracle and SAP.
- Deep understanding of NFPA 70 (NEC), NFPA 79, and UL508A Standards.
This position may be eligible for commissions, discretionary incentives, or production incentives according to the terms of those plans. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. Intralox considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training and key skills.
The total compensation package includes health, dental, vision, and disability insurance, paid time off, 401K, flexible spending account, life and AD&D insurance, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and additional voluntary benefits. Salary Range $68,000 to $187,600.
Salary : $68,000 - $187,600