WHO WE ARE
Impact Guard’s vision is to build a Great Organization that makes a meaningful impact on the lives of its customers, employees, shareholders and the World around it. With a mission to use innovative material technology and processes to deliver high-performance composite materials to everyday/high volume customers. We are customer focused and are driven to provide the best value for our customers.
POSITION SUMMARY
We have an immediate opening for an Industrial Electrical Automation Engineer with experience in automation programming for a wide range of projects as they progress from concept to installation. The projects vary greatly and consist of various manufacturing equipment, control room setting, robotics, safety sensors, vision systems, etc. This individual will work independently and hands on with Impact Guard team to design, customize, test, troubleshoot and optimize current and future processes.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
· Perform PLC and HMI programming with Ignition software, commissioning, testing, and troubleshooting on machines, production lines, conveyor systems, etc.
· Integrate various instrumentation such as pressure sensors, load cells, flow meters, etc.
· Work safely in proximity to a variety of voltages such as 24VDC, 120VAC, 480VAC, single phase and 3-phase.
· Interpret electrical drawings and documentation for custom machines, systems, and products.
· Configure controls components such as VFDs, servo drives, machine vision systems, robot controllers, field IO racks, etc.
· Properly use manuals for proper installation, programming, and troubleshooting of components
· Create OEM manuals, documentation, SOPs etc.
· Conduct operator training and technical instruction for users.
· Collaborate with team members as needed to identify and solve issues.
· Provide troubleshooting to follow a problem to the source and solve the issue.
· Ensure installed products meet quality and scope expectations.
· Follow quality control standards and check lists.
· Learn to recognize and communicate design changes to team members.
· Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and updated technology.
QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS
· Bachelor’s or equivalent 5+ experience relevant programming work experience preferred.
· Experience with PLC and HMI software such as Siemens is preferred.
· Experience with Ignition software is required.
· Possess relevant programming certifications or coursework preferred.
· Advanced proficiency with personal computers to include Microsoft Office, configuration, networking, IP Addresses, etc.
· Valid driver’s license required.
· Possess electrical aptitude and willingness to perform hands on work.
· Working experience with Python or other programming languages would be preferred.
· Experience reading and interpreting manuals and electrical drawings required.
· Ability to understand and interpret scope of work for specific tasks.
· Ability to follow work direction and prioritize assigned tasks.
· Ability to perform mathematical calculations, graphing, and scaling accurately.
· Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
· Ability to work well both independently and as a team.
· Ability to meet deadlines.
· Willingness to stretch current abilities to learn new skills.
WORK EXPERIENCE
· Minimum 5 years
JOB TYPE-FULL TIME
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· Sit/stand/walk 8-10 hrs./day.
· Ability to lift 50 lbs.
BENEFITS
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
SCHEDULE
- 8 hours shift
- Monday to Friday
We are a Drug Free Workplace.
We are an Equal Opportunity Provider organization & hence we also encourage minorities and females to apply.
In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability, or any other protected group status.