Automation Controls Engineer

Job Title: Automation Controls Engineer

Job Location: Massachusetts 01720

Onsite Requirements:

• RSLogix5000
• Vison Systems
• Servo Drives

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, and enhance electro-mechanical systems and mechatronic devices, creating automated systems and software to control them
• Develop, Install, and improve control systems, servo drives, motors, HMIs and PLCs programs on high speed assembly, packaging, and process equipment
• Develop, collaborate on, and review wiring diagrams and logic for new equipment, field retrofits, and upgrades
• Actively participate in algorithmic, control, mechanical design discussions and code reviews
• Develop tools to assist with algorithm development, algorithm testing, and image quality evaluation and validation
• Develop novel, accurate computer vision algorithm and advanced systems with a focus on real-time object recognition, object tracking, camera calibration and 3D reconstruction
• Configure vision systems (PC, frame grabbers, cameras, illumination, motion control interfaces)
• Troubleshoot, continuously improve, and create imaging programs for assembly and processing equipment
• Utilize excellent troubleshooting skills with a hands-on approach to identify root cause and define solution
• Research, explore and analyze data patterns programs for specifications, feasibility studies, and productivity improvements using existing data science tools and self-created programs
• Perform statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and generate automated reporting
• Assist data engineering in documentation and data catalog and implementation of analytics tools
• Technical support of continuous improvement and six sigma projects related to Plant operations
• Ability to Plan task, be independent, self-motivated and respond in a dynamic and fast growing environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of hands on control system design and development experience for high speed, automated assembly equipment
• PLC programming experience
• HMI programming experience
• Strong Programming knowledge of Rockwell Automation RSLogix5000 and FTView ME and SE preferred
• Experience with Rockwell Automation, Keyence or Cognex vision software and ABB Robotics preferred
• Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics Engineering or related field

• **This position requires candidates to be eligible to work in the United States, directly for an employer, without sponsorship now or anytime in the future**