Overview
Position: Controls Engineer, Software (Full Time)
Responsibilities
- Develop, install, and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, motion control, robot, vision software solutions consistent with HAHN Automation Group US design standards and customer requirements for all assigned projects.
- Collaborate with Project Managers, Mechanical Design, and Electrical Design teams to understand machine function in order to develop appropriate software solutions.
- Support the Electrical Design Engineering team by participating in design reviews and providing technical guidance for the overall system from a programming perspective.
- Identify and provide reliable solutions for technical issues to ensure complete customer satisfaction through all stages of the process.
- Provide customers with technical support.
- Support equipment runoff and debug activity as well as machine acceptance testing.
- Assist with the development of software validation protocols to confirm the machine control software meets all safety, performance, and technical requirements.
- Share with department staff the design methodologies, productivity tools, standards, processes, and legacy information for increased knowledge and experience within the department.
- Mentor less experienced design staff and assist in the development of concepts and software design methodologies for projects.
- Some travel required, including overnight travel – potentially domestic and international.
Qualifications
- Education: College accreditation with emphasis in engineering or equivalent experience, preferably from within a manufacturing firm; bachelor’s degree with concentration in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science strongly preferred.
- Experience: Three to five years of electrical or software design and/or engineering experience—experience within the special machine industry preferred.
- Additional Skills:
- Proficiency in PLC, HMI, robot, motion control, LabVIEW, and machine vision software applications.
- Knowledge of structured software design principles.
- Ability to understand and follow all relevant safety policies when working on assigned equipment projects including, but not limited to: lockout/tagout, electrical safety, arc flash safety, and robotic systems safety.
- Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex automation systems, which may involve addressing software bugs, wiring issues, or mechanical problems.
- Technically creative with an understanding of equipment functions to provide software solutions in a robust and economical manner.
- Ability to evaluate quotations, specifications, and engineering drawings to identify functional requirements and develop machine control software solutions.
- Organized and flexible in work functions allowing for dedicated, multitasking, and task interrupted duties.
- Analytical and decisive to define, evaluate, and solve problems in an organized process.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with competency in computer and Microsoft Office products.
- Ability to collaborate in team environments while maintaining individual duties effectively.
- A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s mission.
- Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements with the potential for frequent overtime/weekend hours.
Physical And Environmental Requirements
- Full body mobility with the ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift or move 25 lbs.
- The ability to walk within restricted areas of the company manufacturing plant.
- Professional conduct in regards to hygiene and dress.
- The ability to read and prepare business documents as well as conduct business over the telephone in a sometimes-loud environment.
- The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
- The ability to travel to customer, supplier, and inter-company sites via vehicle or airplane (both domestic and international).
- Valid driver’s license with driving record of acceptable risk as defined by HAHN Automation Group US’s insurance company.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Vacation and Sick time
- Retirement