Robotic Systems Controls Engineer 2 - Columbia/Okura

Columbia/Okura

Vancouver (WA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Employee assistance program

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Job summary

Columbia Okura in Vancouver, WA, seeks an Electrical/Robotics Controls Engineer to design and control robotic palletizing systems and automation equipment.

You will program and test machinery using PLCs and HMIs, design electrical layouts in AutoCAD, and support field start-ups and customer demonstrations. A bachelor’s in engineering and up to 3 years of experience are required; occasional travel is possible. Benefits are comprehensive.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
0–3 years professional experience.
Experience with PLC, HMI, and AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

Program and test automated machinery with PLC ladder logic and sequences.
Design electrical systems with AutoCAD and configure industrial networks.
Lead R&D to develop new options or improve designs.
Verify safety and quality of equipment.
Create Bills of Materials and installation documentation.
Assist Sales with technical questions and product demonstrations.
Occasional field travel for start-up and training.
Participate in SOP and SWI training.

Skills

Written/Oral/Electronic communication

Teamwork

Analytical

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

RSLogix 5000/Studio 5000

FactoryTalk View ME

AutoCAD

Infor M3

VaultTool

Job description

At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world. With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide. Summary Responsible for the design and control of robotic palletizing systems (and associated automated equipment) by completing production and R&D engineering tasks.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Program and test automated machinery and robots using PLC ladder logic and sequence programs. Develop controls and program HMI required to operate robots and related equipment according to speed and reliability requirements (30%)
Design and configure industrial electrical systems for automated machinery using AutoCAD. Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks, use common data transfer protocols and coordinate handshake signals (20%)
Lead research and development activities to develop new salable options or make improvements to existing designs (10%)
Ensure product quality and verify that equipment meets current safety standards (10%)
Generate Bills of Materials and documentation for system production and installation (10%)
Support the Sales Department by answering technical questions, confirming system and component capabilities and assisting with product demonstrations (5%)
Travel to the field occasionally to help start-up equipment and train end users (5%)
Participates in applicable SOP and SWI training

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge

Software

PLC ladder logic (Rockwell RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, and others)
HMI programming (Fuji Electric V-SFT, Rockwell FactoryTalk View Machine Edition (ME))
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
AutoCAD
ERP Software (Infor M3 and VaultTool)

Equipment Operation

Industrial communication protocols: EtherNet I/P, Modus TCP/IP, Profibus, DeviceNet,
ControlNet
Setting up remote support and VPN Communications
Visual Basic

Skills

Written, Oral and Electronic (interpersonal) Communication
Industrial Electrical Blueprint reading
Analytical
Project/Process Management
Computer/Technical
Clerical/Secretarial

Abilities

Ability to provide a respectful work environment for others
Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.

Education And/or Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
0-3 years professional experience

Columbia Okura offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Columbia does participate in E-Verify.

Job Type: Full-time

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