Junior Controls Engineer

Junior Controls Engineer

Job Summary

The Junior Engineer, Controls has expertise to solve problems, develop and execute objectives for themselves and others. This role has the ability to effect short term and some long-term business goals and is an integral part of our plant.

Responsibility

• Maintain and troubleshoot industrial automation systems, including but not limited to Siemens and AB PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems (PLC messaging, middle-ware, and SQL), vision / barcode system and Fanuc Robotic applications.
• Modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors.
• Maintain and troubleshoot various types of automation instrumentation and devices such as servo drives, variable frequency drives, barcode readers and I/O. Develops manufacturing control systems by studying product requirements: researching, designing, testing/validating and implementing projects of varying scale and scope.
• Troubleshoot field devices across issues across ProfiNet, Ethernet and other communication protocols.
• Help coordinate and implement automation changes for manufacturing on new products.
• Collaborate with maintenance personnel to troubleshoot equipment, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to maintenance, manufacturing engineering, and production personnel as required.
• Design and development of control systems for process, utilities, and safety related equipment.
• Keeps equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.
• Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Adhere to IATF/TS16949 and applicable customer standards.

Academic/Educational Requirements

• Completion of a two-to-three-year college program relevant to controls and industrial systems or relevant working experience

Required Skills/Experience

• Working knowledge of PLC and single loop controllers. Preferably should have working knowledge Siemens PLC systems, GE Fanuc, Networking Systems, Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Functional Block Diagram, Sequence Function Chart, SCADA systems (Ignition, etc.)
• Knowledge of PLC, design and development and assessment of machine control standards.
• Review equipment drawings to ensure the proposed designs satisfy the clients' requirements and comply with all applicable standards.
• Determine which materials and equipment to use for projects and decide the appropriate codes and standards to apply when completing these projects.
• Contact suppliers to verify product availability, obtain equipment specifications and negotiate timely deliveries. Interact with others such as supervisors or managers for advice and direction, to discuss work and provide updates.
• Coordinate and integrate work within teams of engineers and technicians to work on common projects, assume project management roles as required to coordinate the involvement of other engineers, contractors, technicians, and suppliers.
• Interact with technicians or technologists for tasks such as creating code, schematics / drawings, preparing specifications, writing proposals and developing plant maintenance schedules.
• Provide presentations and training to various audiences as required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

What Linamar Has to Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision and 401k etc.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Sustainability Counsel
• Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
• Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.

About Us

Linamar Corporation is a Canadian diversified global manufacturing company of highly engineered products across global industries & markets. From the entrepreneurial seeds planted by our dynamic founder to the support provided along the way, all Linamar employees are poised for success in this fast-paced and rapidly growing environment. With access to the tools, you need to succeed, you will make an impact along with other motivated and engaged people.