automation engineer Chaska, MN
Job description
Job Title: Automation Engineer
Supervisor: Director of Engineering
Summary
The Automation Engineer works with applications and mechanical engineers to design electrical and control systems for process technologies such as: reverse osmosis (RO), media filtration, ion exchange, ultrafiltration (UF), etc. This position requires occasional travel, but Wigen understands the importance of work/life balance and makes every effort to provide an enjoyable and fun environment, with extremely low turnover.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Reviews customer/contractor’s bids and specifications.
- Creates, modifies and finalizes bills of material (BOM’s).
- Attends project meetings as required by the project.
- Creates and modifies electrical drawings and control panel layouts.
- Performs automation and control systems design, specification, simulation, and start-up assistance.
- Implements specialized techniques and approaches to handle automation projects.
- Develops customized programs specific to customer needs and requirements.
- Programs and tests various pieces of automated machinery.
- Upgrades the design of existing devices by adding automation elements.
- Provides automation support to departments throughout the organization.
- Trains, assists and guides Field Service Technicians.
- Maintains confidential operational system information.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending service trainings, workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing networks.
- Offers suggestions to improve equipment or department performance.
- Travels 50% to customer locations to assist with system programming and for training purposes.
Qualifications
- Associate's degree in industrial automation.
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. OR
- Two years of related Programming experience and/or training.
- Knowledge or experience with AutoCAD or Modicon.
- Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, RS Linx, RS Logix 500, RS Logix 5000, FactoryTalk View, etc.).
- Strong PLC and HMI programming skills.
- Ability to design, read and comprehend technical drawings.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business information, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and co-workers.
- Careful attention to detail, with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality.
- Well organized and conducts self professionally.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chaska, MN 55318: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- Do you have experience programming Allen-Bradley PLC's and HMI's?
- Do you have fluid handling or fluid systems experience?
- Do you have Automation and/or Controls experience?
- Are you able to travel 50% of the time?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Chaska, MN 55318
