AUTOMATION CONTROLS ENGINEER

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The opportunity

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an Automation Controls Engineer with field experience to work out of our Sugar Grove, IL plant. This is an in-person position, split approximately 50% in the office and 50% on the shop floor.
The Automation Controls Engineer will be responsible for Electrical Machine Design (schematic, wiring layout), and debug of all machine controls. We are looking for motivated self-starters to join our growing team.

Responsibilities:
Develop electrical and controls system design solutions based on Franklins standard engineering principles
Interpret client requirements, identify and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget
Work closely with Franklins controls programmer to develop and maintain standardized machine control platforms
Provide comprehensive project documentation in the form of machine sequences to programmer(s)
Create and finalize designs to meet project requirements
Create accurate detailed Bill of Materials
Actively participate in both internal and customer design reviews for all assigned projects
Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed
Install and Commission machines onsite at customer facilities (5% travel)
Create customer documentation such as user manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings
As needed, build complex automation as designed with a focus on electrical and pneumatic systems including panel layout and wiring, panel to machine wiring, machine pneumatics and debug
As needed, integrate automation devices with machine control including Servo Drives, Robots, Label machines, dispensers, leak testers, vision systems, etc

Skills:
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent problem solving and time management skills
Good mechanical aptitude and knowledge
Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware and software
Background in automation engineering

Minimum Requirements:
A Bachelors Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or similar related degree)
3 - 5 years related job experience
Valid Drivers License
Proficient with MS Office, Allen Bradley RSLogix 5000, SolidWorks
Strong fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs including specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection, and communications systems
Applicants must be a of the United States. No VISA sponsorship is available for this role.

Benefits:
Competitive Base Salary
BCBS Health
Dental, Vision, Life and LT Insurance
401K Plan with 4% Matching
Continued training and development

About Franklin Automation (Part of Neyret Group)

Franklin Automation, now part of Neyret Group, is a world class machine builder/integrator specialized in the design and manufacture of custom assembly machines for various industries including medical, dental, automotive, cosmetic and more. In house capabilities include machine design, parts fabrication, machine assembly, PLC programming, electrical and pneumatic assembly.