Factory Automation Engineer I

Job Title: Factory Automation Engineer I
Industrial Control Systems and Automation
Job Location: Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
Job Duration: 12 Months+ (possibility of extension)

Shift: Monday-Thursday , 3rd shift, 6:30 pm - 5:00 am; 4-10hr days. Friday overtime is possible but is the exception (40 hours)
Metatarsals needed day 1
Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position.
 
Job Summary:

• Talent responsible for keeping the assembly lines running during the 3rd shift on the shop floor. Troubleshoot camera equipment, break fix issues that may occur during the line.

 
Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work with Operations on a daily basis to maintain product flow through Turf Care’s “MES” system on all assembly lines.
• Manage mistake-proofing devices including but not limited to PLCs, HMIs, machine vision, light curtains, pick-to-lights and smart torque tools. Electrical circuit understanding.
• Diagnose and repair any issues which may include hardware (light-curtains, machine vision, pick-to-lights, VFDs) or software (C#, programmable logic controllers, HMI software).
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering when needed to develop mistake proofing plans, layouts, and budgetary costs for both OFP and PDP projects.
• Develop PLC logic, HMI programs, manage multiple SQL databases.
• Perform any other maintenance related tasks as directed.
• Develop and accurately maintain current documentation as necessary for Mistake Proofing Spreadsheets, AutoCAD drawings, instruction kits, etc.

 
Certifications:

• Aerial Lift Certification.

 
Skills/Qualifications:

• Reliable self-starter who is able to prioritize shop floor issues and manage project workload efficiently.
• Exceptional Computer Skills– Troubleshooting and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior experience with SQL and database management.
• Prior experience with Allen-Bradley PLC software suite (Mid-Moderate level).
• Prior experience with Presence Plus camera software, Cognex, Banner, Keyence, Fanuc Robotics.
• Knowledge of electrical safety NFPA70, Arc Flash Safety.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits (480VAC down to 24VDC).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Possess good logic and problem-solving skills paying close attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the daily operation of assembly line related tasks.
• Knowledgeable with general safety and as it relates to maintenance functions.
• Ability to create graphs and decipher trends.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Prior ladder logic programming experience.
• Working knowledge of mistake proof planning and PFMEA.