Automation Engineer III
Schofield, WI - USA
Job Summary
Ready to join a global leader in air movement and ventilation At Greenheck Group joining our team means more than just starting a job its joining an award-winning culture prioritizing your growth and development. Our unwavering commitment in supporting our team members both personally and professionally has earned us national recognition time and time again. As an innovative environmentally responsible manufacturer of commercial HVAC systems Greenheck Group designs and manufactures industry-leading air movement and ventilation solutions through our family of trusted brands. Our products are found in commercial institutional and industrial facilities worldwide from schools and hospitals to factories and stadiums. Since 1947 weve proudly invested in our people and our communities fostering innovation leadership and opportunity at every level. We are more than products we are a team of inspired people doing extraordinary things.
Your opportunity:
As an Automation Engineer I/II for Greenheck Group you will design program assemble and install electrical controls used in machines and tooling systems. Support the Automation and Controls team with their projects as well as providing post machine installation troubleshooting and support. Responsible for intermediate - advanced programming each of the following: HMI PLC Robot Vision.
What youll be doing as a Level I:
Project manage small to medium sized machine installations including:
Build and wire electrical panels
Create electrical schematics and electrical cabinet layout using AutoCAD electrical
Order parts for projects using Ariba Purchasing system
Wire external machine components to electrical cabinet
Use manufacturers software to develop BOMs
Work with IT Application developers with program integrations
Travel to Greenheck facilities to install machines and train maintenance and manufacturing personnel
Support automation and controls technicians with their projects
Provide parts lists with standard components used
Research safety devices appropriate for their application
Provide programming assistance
Develop electrical parts list for the project
Write PLC/HMI/Robot Programs using various software packages
Typical programs would be low complexity machine control to medium complexity machine control
Design low to medium complexity machine guarding strategies that comply with OSHA and ANSI standards to ensure the safety of our Greenheck teammates
Power up troubleshoot and commission machine to make production ready
Integrate hydraulic and pneumatic systems into the machine electrical control system
Post machine installation troubleshooting and support
What youll be doing as a Level II:
60% of the time
Project manage medium sized machine installations including:
Specify power requirements and locations
Request network connections and configurations
Disconnect machine at machine development center (MDC) and reconnect in the final location
Coordinate tasks with IT maintenance mechanical designers etc.
Train maintenance personnel and automation and controls technicians
Participate in preventative maintenance events as needed
Travel to Greenheck locations to complete machine installs as efficiently as possible at times with little notice
25% of the time
Create electrical schematics and electrical cabinet layout using AutoCAD electrical
Write PLC/HMI/Robot Program using over 50 manufacturer software packages
Typical programs range from medium complexity coordinated motion programs using complex calculations to the simple machine control
Build and wire electrical panels
10% of the time
Use manufacturers software to develop BOMs
Travel to Greenheck facilities to install or repair machines and train maintenance and manufacturing personnel
Perform design calculations to determine component sizing overload protection motor sizing wire sizing and circuit sizing
Draw sheet metal parts with AutoCAD
Work with application engineers at external control manufacturers for advanced programming solutions
Continuously be up to date with NEC standards documents (CUL CSA UL NEC NFPA 70e IEC) to support all Greenheck CNC machines and robots
Offer advanced troubleshooting services on CNC machines
Contact control manufacturers when necessary
Write robot programs for new products
Work with business units to create and modify programs that make robotic welding programs and CNC programs more efficient more operator friendly and have better parts traceability
Support machines built by outside manufacturers
Integrate purchased machines to MDC machines or to other purchased machines
Investigate and install monitoring equipment on purchased machines
Modify purchased machines to comply with company safety standards
5% of the time
Develop electrical parts list for the project
Order parts for projects using Ariba purchasing system
Wire external machine components to electrical cabinet
Design medium complexity machine guarding strategies that comply with OSHA and ANSI standards to ensure the safety of our Greenheck teammates
Work with IT Application developers with program integrations
Code machines for SAP integration
Power up troubleshoot and commission machine to make production ready
Integrate hydraulic and pneumatic systems into the machine electrical control system
Post machine installation troubleshooting and support
Support product development engineers with new products and field problems
Interpret NEC violations flagged by field inspectors
Support new product development so that the product meets NEC standards
Assist with specifying electrical components to be installed on Greenheck products
Support product development engineers with field problem installation and troubleshooting following NEC NFPA and UL standards for compliance
Support automation and controls technicians with their projects
Provide parts lists with standard components used
Research safety devices appropriate for their application
Provide programming assistance
Upgrade existing MDC machines
Retrofit old control systems with new ones
Add new safety devices to meet current safety standards
Add new functions-features to old machines that are needed to produce new products
Work with business units to add features that allow for better data collection
Mentor less experienced technicians and engineers
What you should have as a level I:
0-2 years of relevant work experiencerequired.
4 Year / bachelors degree in Electromechanical Technology Automation Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering required.
Preferred skills/ Certifications:
AutoCAD Electrical Drafting software
Basic Motion Programming
OSHA 1910 or NFPA 70E Safety Training
Industrial Control Safety Standards
National Electrical Code basic knowledge
What you should have as a level II:
3-5 years of relevant work experience is preferred.
2 Year / associate degree in Electromechanical Technology Automation Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering or equivalent years of job experience required.
4 Year / bachelors degree in Electromechanical Technology Automation Engineering Technology or Electrical Engineering preferred.
Preferred skills/ Certifications:
AutoCAD Electrical Drafting software
Advanced PLC training
Advanced Motion Programming
OSHA 1910 and NFPA 70E Safety Training
Industrial Control Safety Standards
National Electrical Code Advanced knowledge
CNC Basic Programming training
Robotics Basic Programming Training
UL508A Industrial Control Panel Standards
A few things we think you should know:
Will work on-site in Schofield WI.
Minimal Travel is required for this role.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Greenheck Group takes pride in providing competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program. The starting base pay range for this position is $77235 - $117552 and may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge skills experience and best-in-class benefits you can be the best you and together we can be the best in the industry. Visit our Perks & Benefits page for more information on these offerings:
Health & Family Support
Financial Security
Learning & Development
Rewards & Recognition
Wellbeing & Mental Health
Work-Life Balance
Fun Perks
SPECIAL NOTATION
The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment such as a computer and phone. Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial motions of the wrists hands and/or fingers. The person is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Occasional mobility required to attend in-person meetings and complete various office tasks. Work may be performed in companys setting home or hybrid.
EEO STATEMENT
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
ACCOMMODATIONS REQUEST
Greenheck Group complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. To request an accommodation for the application or interview process please email with your name job title posting number and requested accommodation.
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If youre looking for a place to grow while working with happy enthusiastic values-based people youll enjoy your career with us!
Required Experience:
IC