CONTROLS SYSTEMS ENGINEER II

Murata Machinery Usa; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Murata Machinery Usa seeks an experienced engineer in Charlotte, NC, to perform software and hardware design for CNC lathes. Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field and at least 4 years of relevant experience.

The position involves programming, project management, and customer interaction, while requiring up to 25% travel. Applicants should possess skills in ladder logic programming and PLC systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents.
• Experience in Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi PLC systems, and robot programming are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use ladder logic programming to control CNC lathe and integrate automation equipment.
• Work with Engineering Management to meet project schedules.
• Design systems to meet customer specifications and adhere to safety standards.
• Research and develop new equipment interfaces.
• Travel to customer facilities for installations and modifications.

Skills

Ladder logic programming

PLC programming

HMI development

Robotics programming

Allen Bradley PLC

Mitsubishi PLC systems

Fanuc interface

Education

Bachelor's degree in BSEE, BSSE, BSEET or related field

Job description

Job Details

Location: Charlotte, NC 28208

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Category: Engineering

Summary

Perform software and hardware related design, integration, and modification for CNC lathes and other associated peripheral automation equipment. Use ladder logic software and machine language programming to modify and design complete systems for part automation and control of base machine lathe. Work closely with other Engineering disciplines to develop products and systems to satisfy customer orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Use ladder logic programming and Murata custom software to control CNC lathe and to integrate peripheral automation equipment.
• Develop PLC, HMI, and/or logic to customer standards.
• Work with Engineering Management and Project Managers to meet customer delivery schedule(s). Manage time for multiple projects.
• Use project programming guidelines to design systems that meet customer specifications and adhere to industry safety standards.
• Work with electrical & mechanical design team to develop IO lists and control of equipment functions and automatic operation.
• Involved with projects from design to completion.
• Submit status reports to Engineering Manager and Project Manager on progress of assigned projects, as required.
• Attend customer and design review meetings.
• Travel to customer facilities to install, modify and debug software.
• Work as a team within the controls department for projects and departmental goals but also be able to work independently with moderate supervision.
• Work with other departments within the Machine Tools Division as required by project and engineering management.
• Research and develop new equipment and processes that can be interfaced with Murata machines and keep abreast of new technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree BSEE, BSSE, BSEET or equivalent technical degree with four plus year’s related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to create technical documents clearly and correctly.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations.
• Ability to apply mathematical operations to tasks such as determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, furnished in written or oral form, and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Allen Bradley PLC and motion controls experience.
• Knowledge of Mitsubishi PLC systems a plus.
• Fanuc interface experience a plus.
• Robot programming experience a plus.

Travel

• This position requires up to 25% travel including domestic and international with overnight stays.
• A valid driver’s license, good driving record, and ability to acquire a passport are required.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities