Automation Engineer - Induction equipment

Axis Pipe and Tube; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement plan

Company-paid short-term disability

On-site clinic

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and bereavement leave

Employee engagement programs

Job summary

Axis Pipe and Tube in Bryan, TX is seeking an Automation Engineer Jr INDUCTION / NDT to support production lines and improve induction and NDT equipment. You will provide technical support on installed equipment, automation projects and troubleshooting, while collaborating with maintenance to minimize downtime and improve manufacturing performance.

The role requires experience with PLCs, VFDs, and industrial control systems, and involves commissioning, documentation, and training of staff across

Qualifications

• Electronic Engineering degree preferred.
• Trade School or Industrial Apprenticeship in Electric or Electronic Trades.
• At least five years’ experience as a journeyman electrician or electronic technician.
• Exposure to adverse weather, extreme temperatures, chemicals, noise, and dust.
• Must be able to operate an industrial system computer.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for Induction and NDT equipment at the facility.
• Provide technical skill support on new equipment, automation projects, and troubleshooting.
• Support maintenance and technical departments to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot equipment/automation issues to improve yield, cycle time and reliability.
• Analyze and document daily operations and modifications; prepare written records.
• Train Automation Technician in routine troubleshooting and project execution.

Skills

Induction and NDT equipment

Troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC – Allen Bradley/Siemens

VFDs

Industrial automation

Automation project support

Education

Electronic Engineering degree preferred

Trade School / Industrial Apprenticeship in Electric or Electronic Trades

Tools

Allen Bradley PLC

Siemens PLC

ABB VFD

Power Flex / ABB

Job description

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Full Time Bryan, TX, US

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1155

Job Summary

The Automation Engineer Jr INDUCTION / NDT will support the production lines and improve all the Induction and NDT equipment in the Plant.

Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for all Induction and NDT equipment at the facility.
• Provides technical skill sets on new and installed Induction and NDT equipment, automation projects, process improvements and Troubleshooting.
• Provide support to maintenance and technical departments as needed to minimize production downtime.
• Responsible for trouble-shooting challenging equipment/automation issues to improve manufacturing performance (yield, cycle time, reliability, etc.)
• Analyze and record daily operations, modification and prepare written documentation.
• Support and train Automation Technician in daily basic activities such as troubleshooting issues and execution of automation projects at the axis Facilities.
• Support the maintenance Department to diagnostic the induction and NDT equipment related problems on the production Lines.
• Commissioning of industrial Equipment, high voltage AC and low voltage control (24VDC) power distribution and control systems.
• Work with PLC Software Allen Bradley/Siemens (monitoring, troubleshooting, and doing modifications on the running programs)
• Work with VFD's. (Allen Bradley Power Flex, Siemens, and ABB).
• Work with different kinds of encoders and sensors.
• Perform Preventive Maintenance assigned on the induction and NDT equipment.
• Follow up and documentation of any temporary modifications.
• Work on different shifts and different buildings on the Plant.

Qualifications

• Electronic Engineering degree preferred
• Trade School or Industrial Apprenticeship in Electric or Electronic Trades.
• At least five (5) years’ experience as a journeyman electrician or electronic technician.
  • There may be exposure to adverse weather conditions, extreme cold and heat, handling hazardous chemicals, unpleasant odors, dirt, and dust.
  • The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock.
  • The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; and vibration.
  • Ability to operate an industrial system computer.

Benefits of Working for Axis Pipe and Tube

• 401K Retirement Plan and 25% Company Matching
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
• Ancillary Benefits: Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, HSA, FSA, and More
• On-Site Clinic
• ZayZoon Payday
• 10 Paid Holidays/year
• Paid Vacation Time and Bereavement Leave
• Frequent Company Events and Meals
• Employee Engagement Raffles and Giveaways