What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controls Engineer position at Swisslog?
Responsibilities
Make an impact
Support, repair, and upgrade installed systems at customer facilities
Provide after-hours controls support of customer automation systems as required and maintaining remote access credentials
Provide onsite support of electrical / mechanical and controls installations
Electrical / mechanical troubleshooting of automation systems to reduce customer downtime
Responsible for modification of existing PLC and HMI software for customer automation systems on a project basis
Work with project manager to ensure enough time is allotted in the project schedule for the required work to be completed
Pre-project prep work is complete in a timely manner
On-site commissioning of equipment primarily from a controls standpoint with in-depth knowledge of the electrical / mechanical installation as well
Assist with on-site leading of project team to ensure project is progressing per schedule
Develop documentation and knowledge base articles as required by projects
Provides onsite team with guidance on Swisslog standards for electrical wiring and labeling
Application Requirements
What you need to succeed
3-5 years of experience in technical environment inclusive of strong electrical / mechanical troubleshooting
Ability to troubleshooting complex electromechanical systems using PLC software to localize issues
Ability to read and modify PLC code written in multiple different languages
Knowledgeable in Siemens Step 7 Classic and TIA Portal with familiarity of their programming languages (Ladder, statement list, and function block diagram)
Ability to multi-task and work independently
Highly proactive and self-motivated
Industrial experience with sound knowledge of electro-mechanical or automation systems
Application knowledge of warehouse distribution systems (pallet or tote conveyor, storage and retrieval machines, monorail systems, etc)
Experience with AC Variable Frequency Drives and low voltage controls systems
Experience programming Variable Frequency Drives from scratch
Knowledge of controls programming languages like : Ladder, Statement List, Function Block Diagram, or Structured Text
Travel as required to support projects, including weekends and potentially holidays
Desirable :
BS in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science
Siemens or Allen Bradley Certifications
Experience with Industrial Ethernet and modern field buses (PROFIBUS, ASi, DeviceNET, etc),
Experience with the following VFD OEMs : SEW, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Schneider, or Kuka
Experience with structured text programming languages
EPLAN or AutoCAD-E familiarity / experience
Demo3d or other industrial emulation software
Shows ownership and pride in craftsmanship
Knowledge of electrical / mechanical standards and best practices (don’t run communication cable next to high voltage, e-stops must operate a certain way, etc)
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