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Actalent Junior Controls Engineer in Wentzville, Missouri
JUNIOR CONTROLS ENGINEER (1+ years experience required)Job Description
The Controls Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, developing, supporting, and improving upon the control systems that are essential to the production processes. The role involves supporting the entire project lifecycle from initial sourcing through SOP +90 days, or as required. You will provide controls expertise to assist in tooling design and automation for new projects and process changes driven by product engineering changes. Additionally, you will oversee the transfer of all equipment and process documentation to the Production Plant prior to SOP, including OEM equipment documentation. This position also involves participating in the development of RFQs and Equipment Specifications for Capital and Tooling Requirements, programming torque control systems, and joint development. You will be responsible for selecting error and mistake-proofing devices, supporting the Engineering Cost Estimator, and helping establish design goals, process, and equipment specifications for Controls and Electrical power distribution systems.
Responsibilities
Create, document, develop, support, and improve control systems.
Support projects from initial sourcing through SOP +90 days.
Assist in tooling design and automation for new projects and process changes.
Oversee the transfer of all equipment and process documentation to the Production Plant prior to SOP.
Participate in the development of RFQs and Equipment Specifications for Capital and Tooling Requirements.
Program torque control systems and joint development.
Select error and mistake-proofing devices.
Support the Engineering Cost Estimator with quoted assumptions for assembly process requirements.
Help establish design goals, process, and equipment specifications for Controls and Electrical power distribution systems.
Essential Skills
PLC programming
Experience with RSLogix 5000 and Allen-Bradley
Robotics
AutoCAD
Troubleshooting PLCs
Root Cause Analysis in manufacturing
Just in Time manufacturing experience (JIT)
Experience communicating and training maintenance personnel on controls
Additional Skills & Qualifications
1-3 years of experience in PLC programming (Allen Bradley Micro Logic, SLC 500's, ControlLogix 5000 processors) for Manual Assembly Cells, Automated Assembly Cells, and Power & Free conveyor systems
1-3 years programming of Vision Systems (Cognex, DVT, Keyence)
1-3 years of experience HMI programming (AB PanelView and PanelView Plus)
A minimum of 1 year of experience in JIT, ILVS, and Batch manufacturing systems
1 year of experience with Manual and Automated Assembly Systems and Technologies
Technical experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, RSLogix 5000, RSLogix 500, RS View
Work Environment
The role is based in a brand-new facility, built within the past ten years with highly technical robotic and automated systems. Safety vests must be worn. There are multiple shifts available.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $120000.00
Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Wentzville,MO.
Application Deadline
This position will be accepting applications until Dec 31, 2024.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.