About the role
The Automation Engineer I is responsible for ensuring the safety, financial, and technical success of projects and work assignments related to the support, service, maintenance, and upgrading of NorthWinds product offerings.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Write PLC, HMI, and computer programs
Test and validate proper function of existing systems; evaluate how the systems may be improved
Travel to customer sites for evaluation of systems and for commissioning of software
Train users and provide post project support
Organize, plan, and prioritize work for multiple projects and for customers in a wide variety of industries
Communicate with customers, vendors, and co-workers to develop best solutions that meet customer needs
Gather Information by observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources
Perform complex problem solving
Diagnose system issues and customer problems and devise best solutions
Proactively anticipate potential issues to circumvent development of problems
Review and obtain relevant information to diagnose problems or system needs, develop, and evaluate options and then implement solutions.
Proactively make timely decisions, often without the benefit of all of the information or consultation with your supervisor
National and international travel is required
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology to include applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of automation projects
Knowledge of pneumatic conveying, extrusion, drying, separating, and compounding, weighing, and batching, and continuous processes etc.
Fluent use of MS Word; Excel; PowerPoint; GroupWise; EPLAN; PromiseE, AutoCAD; RSLOGIX 5000; RSView; Microsoft Visual Basic
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in accredited Engineering discipline
Preferred Characteristics:
Ability to build effective relationships that are focused on integrity and trust
An attitude of dedication to achieve professional success
A focus on serving internal and external customers with respect, understanding, and empathy
Ability and willingness to recognize the intrinsic value of every person
Drive and curiosity to explore new technology and innovation for continued growth and improvement
Physical Abilities/Work Environment:
Includes but is not limited to the following:
Climbing, kneeling, lifting
Occasionally exerting up to 20-50 pounds of force
Use of power drills and drive motor vehicles must have a valid drivers license
Potential exposure to extreme temperatures but in general, normal office conditions