Controls & Integration Engineer | Mason, OH
Hi-Tek Manufacturing (Mason, OH) is searching for experienced Controls & Integration Engineer who wishes to develop his or her career in advanced manufacturing technology by executing a higher level of workmanship. Reporting to the Manufacturing Technology Manager, the Controls & Integration Engineer’s primary focus of this position to the Engineering Department is to analyze, control, modify, and execute programs in CNC Machine Controllers. This role will also assist and/or define electronic control requirements of CNC equipment as well as plan and provide for control of programming to prevent accidental loss (i.e., power outage) and provide protection of data. Additionally, the person in this role will perform and assist in interfacing all machine/equipment upgrades or additions.
Essential Tasks
- Analyze, control, modify and execute programs in CNC Machine Controllers.
- Fanuc CNC integration, repair and maintenance.
- PLC, ladder logic, servo systems, variable frequency drive, digital and analog systems.
- Utilize 2D and 3D computer graphics with some proficiency.
- Perform diagnostic and follow-up maintenance on electronic equipment including, but not limited to PLC, robotic, and CNC controllers.
- Define electronic control requirements of CNC equipment.
- Provide advice to internal personnel on any equipment and tooling designs requiring electrical/electronic interface.
- Coordinate electronic CNC controller programming with information systems.
- Assist and support install of all new equipment.
- Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others positively to achieve positive work results.
- Business understanding: knows how the functions of a business work and relate to one another.
- Able to plan, organize and monitor work of self and others.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with external and internal customers.
- Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to manager and/or Human Resources.
- Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.
- Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skills.
- Demonstrates the ability to lift 25 pounds regularly.
- Any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values.
- Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment.
- Good and reliable attendance and a positive attitude are a must.
Education and Experience
- BS/BA Degree in Electrical Engineering or 3+ years of experience designing and building electrical devices and controls for machines used in manufacturing.
- Ability to read machine electrical schematics of machines and electronics.
- 2D CAD experience for electrical schematics; AutoCAD and 3D CAD experience desired.
- Knowledge of Ethernet wiring, basic network configuration and networking concepts.
- Experience programming manufacturing machines (CNC, ladder, object-oriented programming).
- Experience troubleshooting electrical, mechanical and/or computers.
- Experience working with hands/hand tools to build and repair mechanical and electrical devices for machine troubleshooting and repair.
- Fanuc CNC experience a plus.
- CNC Machining +1 year preferred.
- Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong electronic and machine language programming skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others positively in order to achieve positive work results.
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels with external and internal customers.
- Ability to effectively work with skilled trades on various aspects of building CNC machinery.
- Strong problem-solving skills with creativity and tenacity.
- Occasional travel.
- Must be an United States Citizen, or an US Permanent Resident
Key Competencies
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Understand and apply statistical tools.
- Prioritize tasks. Handle multiple tasks simultaneously. Handle multiple projects simultaneously. Prioritize, organize, and help delegate assignments.
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints and travelers. Understand and communicate safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manual. Ability to write routine reports. Ability to speak effectively before customers and/or employees of organization.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Physical Demand Levels
- Will climb stairs multiple times per day
- Will sit, stand, or walk distances for up to the entire duration of shift
- Will lift, push, or pull 25 lbs. on an occasional basis
- Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and material.
- Perform under AS9100 standards
Shift: 1st shift, Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm *OT may be required as needed
Hi-Tek offers competitive wages and a full benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, 9 paid holidays per year, paid vacation time, 401K plan with company match, HSA & Flex Spending programs, supplemental health plans, and more! Hi-Tek offers a clean, climate-controlled environment and we believe in quality and safety above all else.
Hi-Tek is a Drug-Free Workplace and conducts pre-employment drug and background screening and random drug screening.