Software & Controls Engineer

Auburn Hills, MI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 3 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Software & Controls Engineer

Location: 1100 W Entrance Auburn Hills MI

Duration: Long term contract

PURPOSE AND DESCRIPTION:

Controls software engineer for FANUC America robotic paint and sealer applications. Includes software development implementation testing and on site/in plant debug and runoff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for controls system software (PLC/HMI/GUI) design and implementation.
Work with other controls engineers and /or supervise/train associate engineers working on projects.
Work as part of an execution team and assume complete responsibility of system control function from start to finish of the project.
Write controls specifications defining the functional scope of controls and the I/O requirements.
Review and assist the electrical design process.
Program and debug PLC programs.
Write Standard Operating Procedures.
Support integration on FAC floor.
Support field installation startup and debugging of systems.
Provide support for current systems.
Travel to customer facilities for onsite debug.
Hold customer training sessions as needed.
Reliable consistent attendance required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

Familiarity with various networking protocols
PLC set-up and programming skills. Allen-Bradley Siemens Omron or Mitsubishi PLC experience is a plus.
Experience with virtual commissioning software (Process Simulate Emulate3D) is a plus.
High technical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot complex electrical and pneumatic devices.
Written and oral communication skills software specifications project status and technical information.
Strong Interpersonal and leadership skills with emphasis on customer satisfaction.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

Bachelors degree in electrical/computer engineering or related field or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum one year of PLC and/or PC software programming experience.
Experience with systems engineering design assembly preferably related to robotic automation systems.
Wiring/troubleshooting experience.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND DEXTERITY

Proper use of personal computer.

Execution of on-site responsibilities requires significant amount of walking and standing on grating and concrete floors

VISUAL ACUITY HEARING SPEAKING

Good visual acuity hearing and speaking is required.

ENVIRONMENT AND SCHEDULING

Scheduling can be 7 days per week on occasion.
Willing to work overtime when required to meet special deadlines in response to customer requirements.
Working in noisy and industrial/automotive environments at times.
The ability to travel overnight for systems installations including overseas assignments.

Position: Software & Controls Engineer Location: 1100 W Entrance Auburn Hills MI Duration: Long term contract PURPOSE AND DESCRIPTION: Controls software engineer for FANUC America robotic paint and sealer applications. Includes software development implementation testing and on site/in plant debug a...