Automation Control Systems Integrator

Automation Solutions; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

Automation Solutions in Beaverton, Oregon seeks an experienced engineer to develop innovative machine control solutions using a toolbox of components. You will design from customer discovery through UL508A panel design, PLC, HMI, motion, and network programming, to startup at customer sites.

The role values clean, well-documented code and a lifelong learner mindset. You will collaborate with the principal engineer, draftspeople, PMs, and production techs on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mastery of IEC 61131-3 PLC programming, emphasis on Structured Text and Ladder.
• Adherence to standardized conventions and guidelines.
• Ability to write disciplined, organized and well-documented code.
• Fluent in ANSI Y32.2/IEEE and IEC electrical schematic symbols and layouts.
• Fluent in ANSI/ISA S5.1 P&ID process schematics symbols and layouts.
• Designs control panels up to 480V/3 with UL508A and NFPA79.
• Expert in implementing/troubleshooting PLCs, HMI, motion control, servo systems and sensors.
• Experience with Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, CANopen, J1939 networks.
• Excellent customer service and startup guidance.
• Experience commissioning automation systems.
• Willingness to adopt new conventions and guidelines.
• 5+ years of experience in listed skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop machine control solutions using a toolbox approach.
• Lead PLC/HMI/motion-PLC integration from discovery to startup.
• Collaborate with engineers, draftsmen, PMs, and technicians on projects.

Skills

IEC 61131-3 PLC

Structured Text

Ladder

UL508A NFPA79

Schematic symbols

Networking protocols

Customer startup support

Be able to design panels 480V

Troubleshooting PLC/HMI

Motion control/servos

Field service startup trips

C/C++ familiarity

Tools

CoDeSys SoMachine

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Mitsubishi FX/Q/IQ

Schneider Pro-face HMI

Red Lion Panelview

Mitsubishi motion controllers

PLC programming tools

Job description

Job description

In this position, you will create innovative, responsive solutions to a wide variety of machine control applications. We apply a common “toolbox” of components to create custom solutions for a wide variety of applications. You will develop projects from customer discovery; through UL508a control panel design; to PLC, HMI, Motion, and Network programming; through validation and startup at the customer’s location. Most projects are completed in less than six weeks, and startups are usually day trips. Individual initiative, a dedication to quality, and a sense of pride in one’s workmanship are critical. As a member of our engineering team, you will work cooperatively with the principal engineer, other engineers, draftspeople, project managers, and production technicians on a wide variety of interesting and challenging projects. The ideal candidate loves writing clean, elegant code from a blank slate. A lifelong learner or student mindset is essential, as is the ability to be flexible and willing to try on new roles in the process.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing

Qualification and Skills

• Demonstrated mastery of IEC 61131-3 PLC programming, with an emphasis on Structured Text and Ladder
• Adherence to Automation Solutions' standardized conventions and guidelines
• Demonstrated a willingness and ability to write disciplined, organized and well-documented code
• Fluent in ANSI Y32.2/IEEE and IEC electrical schematic symbols and layouts
• Fluent in ANSI/ISA S5.1 P&ID process schematics symbols and layouts
• Ability to design control panels up to 480V/3 to UL508A and NFPA79 standards
• Expert proficiency implementing/troubleshooting PLCs, HMI, motion control, servo systems, and industrial sensors
• Experience with industrial networks such as Modbus TCP, Ethernet/IP, CANopen, and J1939
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and an ability to calmly guide our customers through the startup process.
• Experience commissioning and troubleshooting automation systems
• Flexibility in using new or specialized standardized conventions and guidelines
• 5+ Years of experience in skills listed above

Beneficial Experience

• PLC Programming with CoDeSys (SoMachine) on Schneider and Wago PLCs.
• PLC Programming for Mitsubishi FX-, A-, Q- and iQ- PLC systems.
• PLC Programming for Rockwell/Allen-Bradley
• Motion Programming with CoDeSys (SoMachine) SoftMotion, or Mitsubishi motion controllers.
• HMI Programming for Schneider (Proface), Red Lion, Mitsubishi, Panelview systems.
• ANSI C/C++ Programming

Working Environment

Most work will be performed at our offices in Beaverton, Oregon. Additional work will be required in a wide variety of environments and industries, including everything from clean-room to rock quarry to military installations. You must be willing and able to work offsite as required. Fieldwork is usually within driving distance but will include out-of-town startup and service trips generally amounting to less than 15% of the total work schedule.

Benefits

Competitive compensation depending on experience; flexible work schedule; paid vacation with additional paid time off (PTO); nine paid holidays; healthcare; 401(k); specialty training and new skills development, and more.