Electrical Automation Engineer

Job Overview

This individual is responsible for designing, programming, simulating, developing, testingand managing systems for automated machinery and processes within a manufacturing environment.The role will collaborate with others and be responsible for designing / specifying, installing, documenting, and troubleshooting automation equipment for new and existing products and processes, developing conceptual designs, and translating into functional equipment and processes. The position will improve plant and equipment operating efficiency by providing automation and engineering support to the plant operations. He or she will develop and enhance process automation applications for present and future automation systems.The role, in collaboration with others, is responsible for providing management with recommendations on technical advances to achieve or exceed company goals and maximize productivity. Typical projects range from $100k to $1M.

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A Day In The Life

Automation Development

• Responsible for identifying and leading automated equipment projects to increase production capacity and improve product quality.
• Identify potential process improvement projects, design and develop programs to address findings.
• Work with Product Designers, Project Managers, and Manufacturing personnel to develop or refine product and equipment designs.
• Generate detailed Statement Of Work documents for internal approval and for bidding by outside vendors.
• Develop detailed capital justification and generate Appropriation Requests (ARs) for proposed projects.
• Design and programming of total automation control systems using AutoCad / AutoCad Electrical, and programming software, primarily RSLogix / Studio 5000. Control systems generally will include Rockwell CompactLogix PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, motor controls, safety system and components, and supporting sensors and pneumatics. System design will also often include Rockwell servo controls, vision systems, and Fanuc robots where appropriate.
• Generate justification for "make or buy" decisions.
• Manage automation projects built by outside custom automation vendors including concept work, equipment specification, project management, factory acceptance testing, installation, and commissioning / debug.
• Support operations through equipment startups and provide operator / maintenance training.
• Provide maintenance support and training for new equipment if needed.
• Develops / reviews / maintains / updates related documentation, files, procedures, databases, drawings and schematics in order to ensure integrity of units, instruments, and process control technologies.
• Build prototypes to prove complex / high-risk processes prior to final design.
• Complete assigned work within agreed upon schedule and budget while maintaining high level of quality.
• Determine where opportunities exist to implement automation by working closely with Product Designers, Project Managers, and Manufacturing teams.

Manufacturing Operations Support

Project Management

What will help you thrive in this role?

Education and / or Experience :

Technical

Hubbell Incorporated

Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.

The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.

We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.

Hubbell Utility Solutions

Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.

Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA : M / F / Veteran / Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.

The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.