Electrical Controls/Design Engineer

Smurfit Westrock; Tennessee; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Smurfit Westrock is seeking an Electrical Controls/Design Engineer - Robotics to lead electrical design and programming for robotic cells and related equipment on the APS team in Orlando, FL.

You will develop PLC/HMI interfaces with FANUC/KUKA robots, design conveyors and handling systems, and collaborate with engineering teams to meet project objectives while adopting emerging technologies and standardized practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in electrical/controls/programming for robotics and material handling.
• CAD skills required, AutoCAD Electrical preferred.
• Ability to implement industry safety standards (UL, RIA) in design for robot cells.
• Prior experience developing standardized PLC/HMI/Robot control interfaces is a plus.
• Strong MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop control concepts for robot cells and equipment.
• Create PLC/HMI programs to interface with FANUC and/or KUKA robots.
• Design controls for conveyors, loaders, pallets and other material handling equipment.
• Collaborate with Project Management and Mechanical Engineering teams to align electrical designs with project goals.
• Research and implement emerging technologies for world-class design and deployment.
• Attend conferences and training to maintain proficiency.

Skills

Robotics experience

Electrical controls

Problem solving

Client communication

MS Office

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

Smurfit Westrock (NYSE:SW) is the go-to leader and partner of choice in sustainable packaging. We are dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. Guided by our values of safety, loyalty, integrity and respect, we are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.

Purpose of Position

The Electrical Controls/Design Engineer - Robotics will be responsible for bringing together the electrical design and programming associated with Smurfit Westrock’s robotic cells and other equipment. This position is with our Automated Packaging System (APS) Team based in Orlando, FL where you will assist to develop and control world class robotic cells and related equipment through the implementation of immerging technologies and best in class controls design practices.

How you will impact WestRock

• Develop efficient flow charts for the theory of machine operation to serve as a basis for efficient controls design and programming.
• Develop root level Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI control programs to interface with FANUC and/or KUKA robot control programs.
• Develop robot control programs for case loading, palletizing, and other material handling applications.
• Design controls and programming for other material handling equipment such as conveyors, collators and dispensers relative to efficient product, case and pallet handling.
• Interface with Project Management and Mechanical Engineering team to ensure that electrical designs and programming are in-line with overall project objectives.
• Assist the Application Engineering department to develop strong control concepts to support new customer applications.
• Research and implement immerging technologies that lead to world class design and implementation of WestRock equipment, with strong emphasis on design flexibility and redeployment.
• Create a foundation of commonly utilized and proven designs/programs that can be standardized/reutilized.
• Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency.

What you need to succeed

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent combination of education and technical/professional experience.
• Minimum 3-years’ experience in electrical/controls/programming experience relative to robotics, material handling and systems integration.
• CAD skill required (AutoCAD Electrical preferred).
• Ability to implement industry safety standards into electrical and programming design for robot cells: i.e. UL, Robot Industry Association (RIA).
• Prior experience developing standardized PLC/HMI/Robot control interfaces is a plus.
• Strong Microsoft apps skills: i.e. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Analytical ability and great problem-solving skills.
• Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills.
• Ability to travel as required 80-85%

What we offer

• Corporate culture based on integrity, respect, accountability, and excellence.
• Comprehensive training with numerous learning and development opportunities.
• An attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies, and potential.
• Benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401k with match and more!
• A career with a global packaging company where Sustainability, Safety and Inclusion are business drivers and foundational elements of the daily work.

Performance Measures

• Accomplishing WestRock and service goals and objectives
• Proper management of expenses
• Timely processing of service reports to ensure accurate billing
• Timely response to customer needs and expectations
• High customer satisfaction rating
• Scheduling team accurately while managing 80-85% utilization
• Excellent rapport with internal team
• Ensuring team training requirements and certifications are up to date
• Ensure proper use and training of personal protective equipment
• Always maintaining a safe working environment and culture

Candidates are required to undergo a drug screening after receiving a conditional job offer, but before starting employment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.