Startup Engineer

Broetje Automation; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 46,838 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

6% 401(k) company match

100% paid healthcare coverage

Tuition reimbursement program

3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Broetje Automation is looking for a Startup Engineer in Wichita, KS, to provide expertise in electrical and controls engineering for new systems. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering, with strong understanding of industrial automation, PLC programming, and troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include working on commissioning and troubleshooting at customer sites. The role offers competitive pay, benefits like 401(k) matching, and 100% paid healthcare coverage, along with travel opportunities to Germany.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial automation or equivalent experience.
• Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems.
• Willing to travel to customer sites (30% travel expected).

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise for equipment & system introductions.
• Be the subject matter expert in control systems and system integration.
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support.

Skills

Electrical design practices

Machine/motion control systems

Electro-mechanical systems

PLC programming languages

Troubleshooting electrical control panels

CNC troubleshooting

Strong communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Siemens Step 7

Siemens TIA Portal

Sinumerik One

Job description

Job Title:

Startup Engineer

Position available in:

Wichita, KS

Job Type:

Full time

Positions Available:

2

Company Overview:

Broetje Automation is the world’s leading expert & OEM in aircraft manufacturing automation and robotics, working with the top names in our industry. Worldwide locations include: Germany, USA, France, United Kingdom, China, and Japan. US locations include: Charleston (SC), Savannah (GA), Wichita (KS), and Seattle (WA).

Compensation/Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage, ranges $34.00 - 43.00/hour, plus overtime
• 6% 401(k) company match, no vesting period
• 100% paid healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability plan & group life insurance program
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO) plus 13 paid holidays, including 3 floating holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program, up to $10,000/yr
• International travel opportunities (Germany)

Required Education:

• BS in Electrical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering preferred, technical certificate in mechatronics, or comparable experience with industrial robotics or machine tools.
• Hands-on Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience.

Desirable Experience:

• Industrial automation industry or equivalent experience
• Siemens Step 7 PLC troubleshooting experience
• Siemens TIA Portal; Sinumerik One
• CNC troubleshooting experience
• Experience in IEC61131 (PLC programming languages)
• Ability to analyze and diagnose automation problems

Qualifications:

• Strong fundamental understanding of electrical design practices, machine/motion control systems, electro-mechanical systems, robotics, programming, and system integration
• Understanding of PLC programming languages
• Experienced in troubleshooting electrical control panels
• CNC troubleshooting experience
• Knowledge of NC Controllers: Siemens 840D or WINCC
• Experience using precision measurement equipment (i.e. Dial indicators, calipers, etc.)
• Strong communication skills & ability to interact with teams, clients, and vendors
• Willing to travel to customer sites (30% travel expected)
• Experience with aerial platforms and working at heights
• Ability to lift and move materials or equipment weighing up to approximately 40 lbs
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and repetitively climb stairs within a manufacturing environment
• Open to working overtime and weekend shifts

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide electrical and controls engineering expertise in support of new equipment & system introductions
• Internal subject matter expert in control systems (Siemens PLC, HMI, Motion Control Systems), system integration, sensors, & electromechanical devices
• Apply knowledge of electronics, electrical circuits, mechanics, pneumatics, hydraulics, and programming
• Travel to customer sites for machine commissioning and troubleshooting support
• Maintain logs & written records of duties performed

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