Systems Engineer

Katalyst-Healthcares-; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Katalyst-Healthcares- is seeking a Systems Engineer to support manufacturing automation, robotics, and controls at the Pratt & Whitney site in Asheville, NC. The role will help establish automation strategies to improve manufacturing performance and support new product development.

The candidate will develop and execute manufacturing methods, enforce site standards, and troubleshoot networked automation systems. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Systems/Industrial/Computer/Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with automated systems in manufacturing environments.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to government contract requirements.
• Experience with databases and scripting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing automation, networking, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of manufacturing automation strategies.
• Support automation requirements for new product development.
• Develop and execute manufacturing methods and identify process optimization opportunities.
• Establish and enforce site controls, robotics, and automation standards.
• Provide Ethernet networking and automation network maintenance support.
• Troubleshoot hardwired components and resolve technical issues.
• Support automation network installation, configuration, deployment, backup, recovery, and archiving.
• Monitor and troubleshoot automation network performance.
• Deploy and manage cybersecurity firewalls.
• Manage embedded device operating systems.
• Follow standard engineering procedures and maintain technical documentation.
• Work independently and meet project timelines.

Skills

Automated systems

Systems engineering

Networking troubleshooting

Databases

Scripting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Studio 5000 Logix Designer

RS Networks

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:
We are looking for a Systems Engineer to support manufacturing automation, robotics, and controls at the Pratt & Whitney manufacturing site in Asheville, NC. The candidate will help establish and implement automation strategies to improve manufacturing performance and support new product development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of manufacturing automation strategies.
• Support automation requirements for new product development.
• Develop and execute manufacturing methods and identify process optimization opportunities.
• Establish and enforce site standards for controls, robotics, and automation.
• Support Ethernet networking and automation network equipment maintenance.
• Troubleshoot hardwired components and resolve technical issues.
• Support automation network installation, configuration, deployment, backup, recovery, and archiving.
• Monitor and troubleshoot automation network performance.
• Deploy and manage cybersecurity firewalls.
• Manage embedded device operating systems.
• Follow standard engineering procedures and maintain technical documentation.
• Work independently under direction and meet project timelines.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in Systems Engineering, Industrial Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience with automated systems in manufacturing environments.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to government contract requirements.
• Experience with databases and scripting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing automation, networking, and technical troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with controls hardware design, components, and architectures.
• Experience troubleshooting different component manufacturers and applications.
• Knowledge of controls standards and implementation.
• Experience with PLC/system software development and HMI screen development.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, RS Networks, and MS Office.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and team-building skills.