Electrical Controls Engineer

Tenneco Manufacturing North America; Cambridge (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenneco Manufacturing North America is seeking an Electrical Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and equipment. You will establish control systems, integrate interfaces, and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and servo systems across plant operations.

The ideal candidate has a BS in Electrical Engineering and at least five years in manufacturing or product engineering, with experience in Allen Bradley, LabVIEW, and industrial robots.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering Technology field.
• Five years experience in manufacturing or product engineering.
• Experience with Allen Bradley, PLCs, HMIs, and RSLogix software.
• Experience with programming and troubleshooting servo systems.
• Experience with Robot interface (Motoman preferred).
• Knowledge of National Instrument LabVIEW.
• Knowledge of vision systems Cognex and Keyence.
• Demonstrates ability to manage a project from conception through completion.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the plant's manufacturing control and data acquisition systems.
• Develop and integrate operator interfaces between manufacturing systems and users.
• Support and troubleshoot issues with control systems including PLC programming, interface systems, and PC controlled systems.
• Revise equipment programs as necessary to support manufacturing process improvements.
• Develops the planned maintenance of all manufacturing electrical infrastructure.
• Train designated personnel in the operation and maintenance of programmable logic controllers and manufacturing networks.
• Manage projects from conception through completion, including budgets and timelines.
• Facilitate cross-functional work teams and prepare TS16949 compliant instructions.

Skills

PLC Troubleshooting

CAD Software

Industrial Robot Programming

PLC Programming

SCADA Experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Allen Bradley

PLCs

HMIs

RSLogix

National Instrument LabVIEW

Cognex

Keyence

Motoman robot interface

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. Functions performed may include determining the machines, equipment, tools, and the sequence of operations necessary to perform production and assembly operations; recommending the design of production machines and other plant equipment; and advising and assisting vendors with design problems about tools, gauges and equipment designed for use in manufacturing. Utilize troubleshooting methodology to identify root cause and apply appropriate corrective action to mitigate issue. Provide electrical/ controls guidance to manufacturing engineers in the selection and procurement of electrical instruments.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Develop and maintain the plants manufacturing control and data acquisition systems.

Develop and integrate operator interfaces between manufacturing systems and users.

Support and troubleshoot issues with control systems including PLC programming, interface systems, and PC controlled systems.

Revise equipment programs as necessary to support manufacturing process improvements.

Develops the planned maintenance of all manufacturing electrical infrastructure.

Train designated personnel in the operation and maintenance of programmable logic controllers and manufacturing networks.

Manage Projects from:

Prepare appropriation requests for the specification and purchase of new equipment and systems.

Develops budget(s) and timelines

Facilitates cross functional work teams

Prepare TS16949 compliant instructions and necessary documentation.

Function as the liaison with manufacturing engineering on all equipment control and motion issues

Performs other duties as directed.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering Technology field

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Five years experience in manufacturing or product engineering.

Experience working with Allen Bradley, PLCs, HMIs, and RSLogix software

Experience with programming and troubleshooting servo systems

Experience with Robot interface (Motoman preferred)

Knowledge and experience with National Instrument Labview

Knowledge of vision systems, Cognex and Keyence preferred

Demonstrates ability to manage a project(s) from conception through completion.

Ability to work well with plant personnel and vendor.

You should be proficient in:

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• CAD Software
• Industrial Robot Programming
• PLC Programming Experience
• SCADA Experience
• Bachelor's Degree
• Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) (Fanuc, Allen Bradley, Panasonic, Siemens)
• Industrial Robot (Fanuc, Yaskawa Motoman, Universal Robotics)