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    Controls Engineer - Hudsonville, United States - Altron Automation

    Altron Automation
    Altron Automation Hudsonville, United States

    4 weeks ago

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    Controls Engineer, Hudsonville, MI –


    ABOUT US:
    Altron Automation is a custom manufactured automated machinery company in West Michigan. We design, build and execute all in-house, located in Hudsonville, Michigan. Included in our capabilities are advanced manufacturing systems, test equipment, reinforced plastics and prototyping.

    We provide best-in-class automated tooling and equipment and are recognized as a top-tier manufacturing partner dedicated to anticipating customer's needs.


    For more than 30 years Altron Automation has been designing high quality engineered solutions and creating automation with the very best service and engineering team.

    We are all about quality, dedication and integrity. Delivering results with pristine accuracy is essential to us.


    JOB SUMMARY:
    The Controls Engineer is responsible for complete electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic design of custom manufactured automated machinery. This includes, but is not limited to engineering, designing, programming, debugging and troubleshooting. At Altron, each project is different and incorporates new technology and improvements. This is a full time role.


    JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Determines the extent and type of controls required to construct the assigned machines.

    Sizes all electric, pneumatic and hydraulic components.

    Contacts vendors for information needed.


    Programs logic controllers and any other components necessary including, but not limited to, robots, servo drivers, displays and remote interfaces.

    Progresses with designs of multiple machines.

    Generates bills of material, controls schematics and software required for controls construction.

    Reviews with mechanical engineering intent for machine construction.

    Resolves problems encountered by manufacturing.

    Troubleshoots machines at the customer's facility. Time may be considerable depending on the complexity of the machines.

    Conducts operator and maintenance training (may be required at the customer's facility).

    Travel as needed, approximately 20 to 25% (may include international travel).


    JOB REQUIREMENTS:


    Bachelor's degree in an engineering field, with Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering highly preferred (Applicable years of experience and education may be considered).

    PLC programming ability.

    Able to program for Allen Bradley controllers required.

    Strong troubleshooting skills essential.

    Understanding of hardware engineering.

    Mechanical aptitude.

    Ability to read and draw controls schematics.

    Willing and able to travel as needed (20 to 25% highly preferred).

    Experience with MS Office.


    Self-starter and self-motivated individual who understands the importance of being a team player to achieve organizational goal and exercises team effort to achieve success.

    Thrives in a fast paced and changing work environment.

    Thoughtful and respects peers, subordinates, supervisors and customers; able to work in multicultural environments.

    Handles pressure well with a positive attitude.

    Prioritizes and handles many tasks simultaneously and has demonstrated organizational skills.

    Very good communication and interpersonal skills essential.


    PREFERRED SKILLS:
    In-vehicle network experience such as CAN, LIN, or KWORD 2000 preferred.

    Experience in Visual Basic or C# preferred.

    Solid experience in the programming of serial and network communication interfaces (RS 232/422, Ethernet).

    Object oriented programming experience.

    Understanding of machine building practices preferred (wiring, plumbing, etc.)

    Experience in CAD drafting software preferred.

    Familiarity with Windows programming.


    Altron offers an extensive benefit package including FREE Health Care options, HSA, Vision and Dental insurance, 401k, Paid Time Off and more.

    We are an Employee Owned company with an ESOP Retirement benefit.

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