Controls Engineer IV 14063

The Controls Engineer IV develops the electrical design for automated equipment according to a customer and internal specification; develops and programs automated equipment hardware and software according to customer and internal specifications; capable of being the Controls Engineering Lead on any size machine or replication project including large multimodule systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

Primary:

• Lead the development of controls architecture for multiple module systems and the engineering team.
• Program control and vision systems for cam servo and air operated stations along with test and electrical devices.
• Ensure the electrical design and software architecture is functional robust and cost effective.
• Innovate and use good judgment to incorporate ATS Life Sciences Chicago standards and regulatory requirements.
• Research and specify appropriate purchased and preferred components.
• Create electrical wiring schematics flow diagrams panel layouts bill of materials organize release packages and update schematics.
• Participate in internal and customer design reviews installations and service calls when needed.
• Guide Electricians in wiring and codes. Support software validation requirements.
• Work with suppliers to find/develop the most functional and economical solutions to design issues.
• Participate in the Project Plan meeting developing the controls engineering plan. Work under the confines of the plan schedule and budget.PLCsroblemsolve with Mechanical Builders and Electricians debug hardware and software issues and update all appropriate documentation.
• Communicate ideas and comprehend information both verbally and in written form.
• Work closely with Mechanical Engineering and Assembly and exhibit objectivity and openness to others views.
• Help guide and mentor Level I and Level II Controls Engineers with the of their projects.

Secondary:

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of ATS Life Science Chicago internal and international standards.
• Set and maintain departmental goals in keeping with company objectives.
• Support and participate in quality management program.
• Provide necessary documentation and support for machinery operating manuals.
• Make recommendations for quality and cost improvements.
• Keeps abreast of current product developments.
• Domestic or International travel or extended workday if required.
• Adhere to International Standardization Organization (ISO) standards.
• Prioritize plan and organize work and workspace.
• Comply with all ATS company policies.
• Full compliance with the terms and conditions within the employee signed work from home policy.
• Comply with all ATS Company policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• College degree in electrical engineering engineering related field or equivalent experience.
• Six 6 or more years of automation experience.
• Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLCs HMIs Servo control electrical design and machine vision systems (Cognex or Keyence).
• Average skill level as defined by the Controls Engineering Skills Matrix:

Any one of the following: Hardware 8 Software 7 Vision 8
OR any two of the following: Hardware 6 Software 4 Vision 6

• Proficient with computers including programs such as ePlan AutoCAD SolidWorks Microsoft Office suite etc.
• Can operate fax machine copiers and printers/plotters etc.
• Proficient with inspection and measuring tools such as scales calipers micrometers multimeters dB meters etc.
• Travel 25 to 30

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• The employee may be required to stand walk push pull reach overhead and bend to the floor.
• Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.
• Visual Acuity Normal requirements for reading written instructions and computer screens.
• Hearing Ability Normal requirements for understanding verbal instructions.
• Working Conditions The employee is subject to a normal office environment with occasional exposure to high noise levels and/or physical hazards when visiting the manufacturing floor.
• Capable of wearing appropriate related PPE for extended periods of time.