Controls Engineer II

G&W Electric Co.; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

401 (k)

Vacation

Annual Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

G&W Electric is seeking an Advanced Automation Systems Engineer II to advance manufacturing automation across our facilities in Bolingbrook, IL. You will lead automation projects, develop equipment designs, and implement robotics while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance with internal protocols.

You will collaborate with operations leadership, work with Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and GE PLCs, and mentor staff on new equipment and processes, aiming to maximize plant productivity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of production automation experience.
• Experience with PLC programming on Rockwell/Allen-Bradley, Siemens, GE.
• Experience with HMI programming (Ignition or FactoryTalk View).
• Experience with robotics and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and assist in identifying, developing, deploying automation projects.
• Assess opportunities and create equipment designs to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Develop machine design concepts and robotic technologies.
• Integrate, program, commission, and implement robotics projects.
• Support Industry 4.0 IoT device setup, support, and analytics.
• Develop equipment requirements and specifications for molding, assembly, and inspection.
• Create systems diagrams, BOMs, and procurement lists.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to select technologies with high impact on productivity.
• Develop measures to assess performance and drive leadership decisions.
• Ensure timely project completion by coordinating activities and removing roadblocks.
• Maintain expertise on plant-wide processes and equipment.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support.
• Provide technical guidance to all staff on new equipment.
• Create and audit work procedures and process instructions.
• Stay current on automation trends and apply them.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI programming

Robotics safety

Problem solving

Team facilitation

Process improvement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell/Allen-Bradley

Siemens

GE PLCs

Ignition

RSView

FactoryTalk View

Vision systems

SQL

Python

Job description

An Advanced Automation Systems Engineer is responsible for setting up the automation of manufacturing processes. The aim is to streamline the manufacturing process and make them as efficient as possible with the use of automation, while still maintaining safety, product quality, and adhering to internal protocols and external regulations. This position is responsible for developing and supporting automation initiatives at G&W's manufacturing facilities. This role is also responsible for training factory and support staff on implemented equipment and technology.

As an Advanced Automation Systems Engineer II you will:

• Lead and assist G&W in identification, developing, and deploying automation projects.
• Assess automation opportunities and help create innovative equipment designs to streamline manufacturing processes and solve complex problems.
• Work with internal and external partners to develop machine design concepts and robotic technologies
• Work on integration, programming, commissioning, and implementation of robotics and automation projects.
• Support Industry 4.0 IoT device setup, support, and analytics
• Develop equipment requirements and specifications for specialized molding, assembly, and visual inspection processes
• Create systems diagrams, electrical install drawings, BOM lists, and material procurements
• Collaborate with operations leadership in research and selection of current and new technologies, applications, and design alternatives that will have the highest potential impact on plant productivity
• Develop systems and measures that appropriately assess the performance of automation initiatives, analyzing results, and providing appropriate recommendations to leadership to drive strategic business decisions.
• Ensure effective and timely project completion by regularly monitoring progress, coordinating activities, and resolving roadblocks
• Develop and maintain expertise on plant-wide processes and equipment
• Provide hands-on support for troubleshooting equipment
• Provide technical guidance, problem-solving, and advice to all employee levels in the operation and maintenance of new equipment.
• Create, update, and audit work procedures, standard work, and process instructions.
• Remain current on the latest developments in automation technologies and incorporate them into new initiatives
• Perform other duties as assigned

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Computer/Mechanical Engineering preferred or other engineering disciplines
• Has 5+ years of relevant engineering experience in production automation.
• Has experience in writing PLC codes for Rockwell (Allen-Bradley), Siemens, GE, or other industry-standard PLC platforms.
• Has experience in writing HMI code using Ignition, FactoryTalk View (RSView), or other industry-standard graphical interfaces.
• Has experience with robotics and diligence with safety protocols and recognizing potential hazards
• Possesses demonstrated problem-solving and team facilitating skills.

Ideally you will also have:

• Exposure to Vision systems.
• SQL and python programming.
• Statistical process control experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated project management capabilities.

The Physical Demands / Working Conditions of the role are:

• General Office Environment, PC use, Light Lifting (occasional 25 lbs or less)
• Stooping
• Standing

Other:

• Assembly of tools and parts may be required
• Occasional weekend and off shift support may be required
• Occasional travel may be required

What we offer you:

Typical pay is $85,000 - 97,193 annually.

Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications.

This position is eligible for participation in our Quarterly Incentive Pay Program

G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Health club membership program and reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401 (k)
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Vacation
• Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the-art manufacturing facility

About G&W Electric

Innovating since 1905, G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe, reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success, so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive.

Learn more about our company by watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMtAhsdYeUQ

G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality, innovation and world-class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team-based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service, performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader, we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities, rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization, you also help power the world!

G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.

*G&W Electric participates in the E-Verify process for all new hires.