Electrical Controls Design Engineer – Automation Growth

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc; Lewis Center (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. in Lewis Center, Ohio, is seeking an Electrical Controls Design Engineer - Hardware to drive the design and commissioning of state-of-the-art automation systems.

You will design electrical and pneumatic subsystems, integrate PLCs, robotics, motion controllers, vision and laser systems, and work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver turnkey automation solutions for diverse industries.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in mechanical, electrical, systems, or computer engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in electrical controls systems design, development with robotics, machine building and automation system environments.
• Strong electrical problem solving skills. Strong programming and mechanical problem solving skills are an asset.
• Thorough understanding and hands-on experience with PLCs, robotics control systems and machine operation.
• Hands-on experience with robotics and control systems is highly desirable.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and in writing with the ability to work either independently and part of a team in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical and pneumatic schematics specific to customer and project requirements based on standard ATS design approach.
• Create complete electrical schematics including power distribution; motor control; safety; PLC, PC and/or robot I/O; analog I/O; fuse and wire sizing; and detail panel layouts.
• Work directly with customers for concept development and advise customer on solving technical problems.
• Debug and commission electrical / pneumatic systems at our facility and on-site at customer locations.
• Select, test and integrate hardware and software components such as robots, analog devices, motion controllers, sensors, vision systems, dispense systems and lasers.
• Integrate (off-the-shelf) equipment and electronic components into systems including: network and serial communications, motion control equipment, analog instrumentation, vision inspection systems, electrical and ultrasonic welding equipment and other electrically controlled systems.
• Work with other members of the control systems design and mechanical departments to continuously improve methods of integrating controls technology, ensure that labor and material budgets are adhered to or improved upon.
• Problem solve alongside designers, toolmakers and electricians to provide the customer with a complete, functional automation system.
• Generate and verify I/O lists for use in the shop by programmers and technicians to assist in construction of equipment and systems.
• Follow and contribute to quality program (ex. ISO / NQA) procedures
• Ensure that all business activities are performed with the highest ethical standards and in compliance with the ATS Code of Business Conduct.
• Adhere to all health and safety rules and procedures. This includes following LOTO procedures and wearing appropriate PPE

Skills

Electrical controls design

Robotics control systems

PLC programming

Mechanical problem solving

Electrical problem solving

Team communication

Education

Engineering degree or diploma (mechanical/electrical/systems/computer)

Tools

PLCs

Robotics

Motion controllers

Vision systems

Laser systems

Job description

ATS Automation Tooling Systems Inc. in Lewis Center, Ohio, is seeking an Electrical Controls Design Engineer - Hardware to drive the design and commissioning of state-of-the-art automation systems.

You will design electrical and pneumatic subsystems, integrate PLCs, robotics, motion controllers, vision and laser systems, and work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver turnkey automation solutions for diverse industries.