MES-Driven Controls Engineer: PLC & Automation Expert
northpointtechnology
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Job summary
Northpoint Technology is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to support and improve manufacturing execution systems that connect production workflows with plant-floor controls. You will focus on MES-to-PLC integration, reliable production execution, and accurate operational data in a high-volume environment.
Responsibilities include configuring MES-PLC communications, updating PLC tags, troubleshooting PLC/HMI networks, and collaborating with process engineers, operators, and MES teams to
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
- Experience with Allen-Bradley/Rockwell and Siemens PLC/HMI.
- Strong PLC programming, diagnostics, and troubleshooting.
- Background supporting manufacturing automation and industrial control systems.
Responsibilities
- Configure and maintain MES-PLC communications.
- Create and update PLC tags and logic for MES transactions.
- Troubleshoot PLC, HMI, and industrial networks.
- Partner with process engineering, MES teams, operators, and production supervisors to resolve workflow and throughput issues.
- Support production data accuracy, MES-based quality checks, and manufacturing investigations.
- Document changes and troubleshooting, and assist with system enhancements, upgrades, launches, and process improvements.
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Job description
Northpoint Technology is seeking a skilled Automation Engineer to support and improve manufacturing execution systems that connect production workflows with plant-floor controls. You will focus on MES-to-PLC integration, reliable production execution, and accurate operational data in a high-volume environment.
Responsibilities include configuring MES-PLC communications, updating PLC tags, troubleshooting PLC/HMI networks, and collaborating with process engineers, operators, and MES teams to
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