Engineer, Auto Controls (3rd Shift)

About the Role:

This position is responsible for design and development of systems for manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with departmental and the leadership team to determine existing automation capabilities and future opportunities, creating detailed project road maps for automation projects that support our business objectives Additionally, a Control Engineer can be responsible for increasing production efficiency by evaluating performance and proposing and implementing improvements. The position requires strong problem-solving and verbal and written communication skills.

Yo ur Responsibilities:

Electrical

Interprets Electrical wiring diagrams; Updates electrical wiring diagrams in AutoCAD/SolidWorks

Develops electrical design, schematics, and drawings in AutoCAD

Interprets mechanical design drawings for electrical requirements (e.g., SolidWorks)

Research supplier products for assembly components

Follows established standards for drawings and component selections

Helps establish new and maintain existing standards

Interprets/develops electrical bill of materials

Uses hand tools and multi-meter to safely work in an electrical panel

Powers up electrical systems and configure hardware per application specifications

Checks quality of assemblers and technicians work and responds to inquiries during assembly

Works with Sales Engineers to provide input with quote preparation as required

Checks quality of work and responds to inquiries during project implementation

Understanding of basic electrical principals such as Ohm's Law and Watt's Law

Software

Designs, develops, programs PLC code for given requirements and specifications

Understands internal customer requirements for GUI/communication interface, networking and creates specifications based on these requirements

Reviews, repairs, and redesigns legacy code

Troubleshoots issues with existing company installed systems

Writes user manuals to communicate functionality of company developed programs

Basic PC networking understanding

Understanding of Boolean Logic

Interprets PLC Ladder Logic

Troubleshoots issues with existing company installed systems

General Expectations

Complies with the company safety procedures. Lives the company culture of integrity and professional competence.

Provides timely and detailed status updates

Quality -- Ensures standards are maintained in a highly regulated, process-driven environment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position. These are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions .

Other duties as assigned

Let's Talk About Your Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred

College Major Desired: Controls/Electrical, or related discipline

3+ years of experience in the automation industry

Proficient in Design/Drafting Tools AutoCAD and SolidWorks

Programming Logic Controllers (PLC) (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

Configuring and designing HMI/OIT systems (e.g., Allen Bradley, National Instruments, Maple Systems)

Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues

Strong written and oral communication skills

Must be a self-starter, team player, work well with others and have a positive attitude

Must be a creative thinker, results-oriented, focused, and attentive to detail and accuracy

Must have ability to prioritize, multi-task and meet deadlines

Innovative problem solver

Continuous self-improvement

Must be organized, detail-oriented and able to think designs through completely

Preferred:

Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma training is a plus

MS Office 2010 (Excel, Word, Outlook) and general computer literacy

Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks

Familiar with Industry Standards UL and CE

Familiar with Vision Systems (e.g., Cognex, Keyence)

Familiar with various Motion Controllers/Actuators (e.g., IAI, Yasakawa)

Familiar with Industrial robotic applications

Leadership Attributes:

At Wabash, we pride ourselves on being empowering, and there are some things we feel very strongly about:

Embrace Diversity and Inclusion -- Solicit and respect the input of others, celebrate differences, and strive for transparency and inclusiveness.

Seek to Listen -- Actively listen to reach the best solution and make the strongest decisions

Always Learn -- Strive to improve; do not quit or settle for the status quo

Be Authentic -- Demonstrate honesty, incredible energy, and grit in everything you do

Win Together -- Collaborate, seek alignment, and excel at cross-group communication to success as one team and One Wabash

Join us in turning ideas into world-changing realities. Curate and build your high-impact professional career at Wabash!

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:

Wabash is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for its associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected class or activity under federal, state, or local law. All employment decisions must be based on neutral, legitimate criteria. All employment policies and rules shall be applied equally to similarly situated associates

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