Job Summary

This position is responsible for the specification, design, and implementation of control systems for new and existing high-speed lamp manufacturing equipment, in compliance with company, national, and international standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, specify, deploy, and support automation solutions that integrate Safety PLCs, HMIs, motion control actuators, drives, motors, servos, sensors, industrial robots, collaborative robots, automated mobile robots, and lasers.
• Software experience required: PLC ladder logic (Siemens S7 desirable), Motion control programming, WINDOWS applications, C/C++, Visual Basic/VB.net (Visual Studio).
• Implement and validate equipment safety systems, including safety PLCs, light curtains, interlocks, e-stops, and safety-rated controls.
• Work collaboratively on cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, vision, product, process engineers & vendors during equipment design and integration. Experienced in project planning and tracking.
• Troubleshoot electrical, control, and automation issues in equipment and field installations.
• Support system testing, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and on-site commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety standards, and customer requirements (e.g., UL, NFPA, CE, ISO).
• Develop and review electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, operating manuals, and test procedures.
• Evaluate and propose upgrade paths for obsolete equipment.
• Provide training for maintenance and other associates on the use and support of control systems applications.