Engineering Technician

Sharp Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp Corporation’s Packaging Solutions unit in the United States seeks an Engineering Technician to design, develop, fabricate, install and test packaging machinery and inspection equipment. The role emphasizes mechanical fabrication, CAD development, PLC control, motion control, and robotics.

The candidate will design electro-mechanical systems, troubleshoot complex controls, and create circuits and interfaces from HMIs to IPCs, using Allen-Bradley PLCs and automation tools.

Qualifications

• Two-year college or technical degree in Engineering Technology or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in setting up and operating production equipment.
• Experience with mechanical/electrical control systems and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Designs electrical/mechanical systems to meet production requirements.
• Troubleshoots and maintains mechanical and electrical control systems.
• Uses CAD to design electro-mechanical equipment and schematics.
• Designs control systems with PLCs, motion control, and robotics.
• Develops interfaces from basic HMIs to advanced IPCs.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

CAD design

PLC programming

Robotics integration

HMI development

Motion control

Electrical schematics

Allen-Bradley PLC

Robotic systems (ABB/UR)

Troubleshooting manufacturing lines

Education

Two-year college or technical degree in related Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Solid Modeling

Automation Studio

Panel View / HMI software

Job description

We’re part of a team where ideas spark change. At Sharp we embrace innovation; we are open to new technology and new thinking. Each day we volunteer ideas, ask questions, and encourage others to do the same - always trying to make things better. Our culture celebrates learning and we expand our skills and gain new knowledge with every project and initiative. The Engineering Technician designs, develops, fabricates, installs and qualifies and tests packaging machinery and inspection equipment. Specializing in mechanical fabrication, prototyping, CAD machine development and/or PLC control systems, Stepper/Servo drive systems, electronic circuitry, and Robotic systems. Applies knowledge of mechanical and control engineering technology, under direction of engineering staff. Conducts special projects such as the installation and evaluation of new or modified equipment, experimental projects, recommendations, documentation, and resolutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs electrical/mechanical systems and equipment for the facility and to support Sharp's production requirements.
• Capable of advanced troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining mechanical and electrical control systems.
• Uses CAD and Solid Modeling systems to design electro-mechanical equipment and generate mechanical schematics.
• Designs advanced control systems utilizing advanced PLC coding techniques and/or incorporating advanced motion control and robotic systems.
• Thorough understanding of Allen Bradly PLC’s including Logix500, 5000, and Panel View software
• Understanding of multiple program languages ranging from C, Basic, java script, and more a plus.
• Experience with B&R systems and use of Automation Studio and HMI development a plus
• Designs and codes interfaces ranging from basic HMI’s to advanced IPC’s
• Use of electronic theory to develop circuitry and devices to aid and advance machine control.
• Experience and use of robotic systems including ABB, and Universal Robotics.
• Experience in vision inspection systems and their underlying principles.
• Capable of utilizing and or creating electrical schematics with a firm understanding of the concepts and principles of machine wiring.
• Capable of utilizing electrical schematics, PLC logic and mechanical prints to diagnose equipment.
• Excels in the use of hand tools e.g., wrenches, screwdrivers, sockets, drills, taps, dies, reamers, punches, saws, gear pullers, chain breakers, etc.
• Capable of utilizing large power tools e.g., Band saws, Drill press, Milling station, Table saws, etc.
• History of mechanical concepts and design of manufacturing equipment including, Form fill machines, cartoners, and conveyor systems a plus.
• Application of advanced mechanical principles to develop unique means of control and processing of components.
• Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products, such as packaging equipment and machinery, power equipment, servo systems, machine tools, and measuring instruments.
• Develop project plans specifying goals, strategy, identification of risks, contingency plans, and allocation of available resources and equipment.
• Formulate and define technical scope, specifications and objectives of project.

Requirements:

Requirements: Two-year College or technical degree in related Engineering Technology fields with a minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training in setting-up, and operating production equipment or equivalent combination of education and experience. Working experience with all listed Skills and Duties above. Familiarity with all department procedures and production systems related to a production/manufacture environment preferably. Essential are direct experience in troubleshooting manufacturing lines; ability to plan and coordinate projects; strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred attributes include working knowledge of applied manufacturing engineering principles; industry experience in food or pharmaceutical and experience working in FDA/cGMP Sharp Packaging Services works across the world to create unique commercial and clinical packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. We are made up of two dynamic international divisions, Sharp Packaging Solutions and Sharp Clinical Services. Together our 1,600-strong team works from state-of-the-art facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, Belgium and the Netherlands. We’ve built an exceptional global reputation for the design, serialisation and production of innovative, cost-effective compliance packaging for even the most complex products. Our extensive range includes blister packs, bottles, pouches and stick packs, but our expertise goes far beyond, enabling us to support your product through every stage of design, development, manufacture and delivery. Our clinical services division is one of the world’s leading providers of innovative clinical supply chain services, with a talented and highly experienced team that can handle every aspect of your supply chain. Our work spans everything from drug development and manufacturing to clinical supplies packaging, labelling, distribution, Qualified Person auditing and comparator sourcing.