Job Function and Locations

Jr Automation Controls Engineer will provide Controls related engineering support for 3 East Side Atlantic Plants. The job function is to learn the Corrugating, Converting, and Pre-Print equipment and to provide Technical Support for our 350 Midwest, 80 Progress, and Tiffield plants. This is a full-time day-position with the possibility of emergency support for our 24/5 operations. Base Office will be in 350 Midwest or TBD.

Main Job Function

• Perform automation / electrical troubleshooting on electrical panels and control systems.
• Work may require occasional extended hours to assist and support the troubleshooting of electrical equipment.
• Technically Supporting Electricians / Controls Engineer when machine is down is top priority (24/5).

Ongoing Job Functions (80% of the time)

• Ensure Engineering Controls / Electricians Laptops can connect to numerous devices (Drives, PLCs, HMIs) mainly Allen Bradely and Siemens PLC's, and Lenze / Siemens drives.
• Maintaining Engineering Software (over 50 software packages) on Controls Engineering / Electricians Laptops.
• Obtain missing files for assets from OEMs (Programs, IP addresses, Schematics, Parts Lists, Manuals,,, in electronic format)
• Back-ups of; PLC and HMI programs, and Drive parameters.

Education Required

• Electrical Controls Technologist, Engineer, or Electrician with 5 years Industrial / Manufacturing experience

Experience Required

• Electrical Controls Technologist or Engineer must have at least 3 years of Industrial / Manufacturing experience preferably with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs, and HMIs.
• Electrician with a minimum of 5 years of Industrial / Manufacturing experience preferably commissioning complex systems with Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs and HMIs

Hardware and Software Experience

• An ideal Electrical Controls Technologist / Engineer candidate has at least 3 years of hands-on programming of Allen Bradley and Siemens PLCs and HMIs, configuring Variable Frequency drives, and operating / configuring Robots.
• Ability to read electrical / pneumatic drawings, PLC code, and Drive parameters.
• Ability to perform programming / configuration of controllers (PLC's, Drives, Robots).
• Knowledge of communication protocols Ethernet/IP, Profibus / Profinet is an asset.
• Knowledge of industrial networking is an asset.

PLCs (Allen Bradley)

• Hardware: SLC 500 Series, SLC 501, SLC 503, SLC 504, MICROLOGIX 1400, MICROLOGIX 1500, CompactLogix, GuardLogix
• Software: RSLogix 500, RSLogix / Studio 5000
• Communication: RSNetworx, RSLinx

PLCs (Siemens)

• Hardware: SIMATIC S7-300, SIMATIC S7-400, SIMATIC S7-1200, SIMATIC S7-1500
• Software: STEP 7-Micro/WIN, SIMATIC STEP 7 Professional (TIA Portal)
• Communications: PROFIBUS DP, PROFINET

Drives

• LENZE: 8200 / 9300 / 9400 / 8400 Drives
• Allen Bradley: PowerFlex 4 / 40 / 500 / 750
• Siemens: S120 / G120

Robot

• GE Fanuc, Yaskawa, ABB.

COMPETENCIES:

Customer Focus - Personally demonstrates that external and internal customers are a high priority. Identifies customer needs and expectations and responds to them in a timely and effective manner. Anticipates and prevents delays or other things that can adversely affect the customer. Keeps customers informed about the status of pending actions and audits customer satisfaction with products or services.

Decision Quality - Gathers enough information to allow a pragmatic assessment of risks and benefits of alternative approaches in any decision. Stays focused on objectives and considers both the short-term and longer-term impact of decisions and keeps objectives in mind throughout the process. Communicates the impact and implications of decisions. Completes the appropriate level of due diligence required to make a quick, accurate decision.

Drive for Results - Achieves results within established timelines. Understands and demonstrates that intentions, activities and results are not the same. Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to finish; does not give up after finishing, even in the face of resistance or setbacks; consistently challenges self and others for results.

Leadership - The expectation of leadership is not reserved solely for only those who are in positions of authority, but from all employees. They demonstrate high integrity and are motivated by wanting to make a real difference to people by delivering a high-quality service for their customer and the organization. In positions of authority they: invest in development for the right people and identify and develop future leaders, and coach and provide candid feedback to others. They are visible and they model behaviors, competencies and values expected and inspire others to undertake challenging tasks and projects.

Teamwork - Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to fulfill any commitments made to others on the team. Ensures the right stakeholders are informed and involved where necessary. Is ready to “roll up their sleeves” as necessary.

Think and Act like an owner - Thinks and cares about the organization like an owner. Commits to and upholds organizational values, and core behaviors even under difficult circumstances. Demonstrates a strong sense of responsibility and dedication to the success of the organization. Takes appropriate risks, holds self and others accountable for measurable, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results and openly raises a challenge even if others don't.