Controls Engineer SG25

PACCAR Engine Company

Columbus (MS)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

26 hours ago

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Job summary

PACCAR Engine Company in Columbus, Mississippi, is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support machining, electrical and control systems, including PLC and CNC automation. The role focuses on design, implementation and maintenance to boost efficiency and reliability.

The position requires a BSEE or equivalent, multiple project management skills and proficiency with Siemens Step-7, WinCCFlex and TIA Portal, with occasional evening shifts as part of operations.

Qualifications

BSEE or equivalent Technical degree required.
Minimum 4 years related experience required.
Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation preferred.
Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements.
Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes required. Knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred.
Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus preferred.
PLC programming using Siemens Step-7 and WinCCFlex, TIA Portal preferred.
CNC programming using Siemens Step-7 Powerline and HMI advance, TIA Portal preferred.
Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and ladder diagrams, function block diagrams, STL to effectively trouble shoot systems.
Exceptional computer literacy. Microsoft and AutoCAD desired.
Hands on experience with equipment controls.

Responsibilities

Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical system which includes robotics, automation equipment and CNC machines.
Solicits bids, selects contractors, and coordinates with maintenance and production as required.
Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule, ensuring that the contractor follows all Paccar Inc safety requirements
Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities
Maintains necessary records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary
Implement and maintain computerized PLC and CNC
Provide maintenance supervision support as needed
Continuous improvement working with IT department and integrated process monitoring systems
Follow plant’s standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards.

Skills

Project management

Electrical codes

Troubleshooting

PLC programming

CNC programming

Education

BSEE or equivalent Technical degree

Tools

Siemens Step-7

TIA Portal

WinCCFlex

Powerline

HMI advance

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Information

Paccar Engine Company

PACCAR Engine Company's $400 million engine manufacturing and technology facility in Columbus, Mississippi began production in late 2010. The 12.9L engines produced at the Mississippi plant will be PACCAR Engine Company's most fuel-efficient and highest-technology diesel engines. PACCAR Engine Company is excited about this superb site and the opportunities it provides to PACCAR Engine Company, our customers, dealers, supplier partners and the people of the State of Mississippi.

Requisition Summary

Support machining department and plant-wide electrical and control systems for Heller CNC and Liebherr gantry control systems. Design and implement controls improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve reliability.

Job Functions / Responsibilities

Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical system which includes robotics, automation equipment and CNC machines. Solicits bids, selects contractors, and coordinates with maintenance and production as required. Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule, ensuring that the contractor follows all Paccar Inc safety requirements
Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities
Maintains necessary records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary
Implement and maintain computerized PLC and CNC
Provide maintenance supervision support as needed
Continuous improvement working with IT department and integrated process monitoring systems
Follow plant’s standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards. Maintains up-to date machine design documentation for all machines
Reviews engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommends changes as necessary
Prepare, manage and implement capital budget projects. Support Six Sigma projects
Facilitate effective communication to plant management on project status
Work effectively in a high performance work team based environment
This is an evening shift position

Qualifications & Skills

BSEE or equivalent Technical degree required
Minimum 4 years related experience required
Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation preferred
Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements
Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes required. Knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred
Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus preferred
PLC programming using Siemens Step-7 and WinCCFlex, TIA Portal preferred
CNC programming using Siemens Step-7 Powerline and HMI advance, TIA Portal preferred
Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics and ladder diagrams, function block diagrams, STL to effectively trouble shoot systems
Exceptional computer literacy. Microsoft and AutoCAD desired
Hands on experience with equipment controls.