Battery Development Automation and Controls Engineer
Location : Newark, CA
Responsibilities
Manage interfacing of equipment with higher-level factory systems (MES, SCADA).Track Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and lead continuous improvement projects to improve metrics.Design equipment to meet specific throughput capacity and product requirementsCollaborate with equipment suppliers on :Selection of controls components
Design of electrical cabinetsMachine-mounted controls hardwarePower distribution and cable managementCreate hardware, software, safety, and maintenance standards for industrial controls used in manufacturing applications (conveyance, material handling, dispensing, fastening, joining, inspection).Coordinate multi-phase development practices to support various product life cycles.Work closely with manufacturing engineering to ensure designs are optimized for production capabilities.Coordinate cross-functional teams to integrate external manufacturing processes into overall production strategy.Analyze and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement , both in-house and with contract manufacturers.Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor's degree (preferred); equivalent experience may be considered.6+ years of automation experience, with a focus on controls design and calibrationDetailed knowledge of Allen-Bradley and / or Siemens PLC, HMI, IO, Drives hardware and software3+ years of industrial robotics programming and application testing (Fanuc preferred).Proficiency in PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text).Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (Profinet, Ethernet / IP, IO-Link).Ability to program in higher-level languages ( Python, C#, SQLHands-on experience in executing discrete automation applications from concept through design, programming, and commissioningWorking knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD, CATIA).Strong organizational skills : tracking schedules, managing open items, creating meeting agendas and minutes.Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
ContractIndustries
Automation Machinery ManufacturingJ-18808-Ljbffr