Controls Engineer - Field Mods - Douglas Machine : Job Details

DescriptionJOB SUMMARY: A Controls Engineer - Field Mods is responsible for projects of average scope and complexity; often with little or no supervision for extended periods; including frequent interaction with internal associates, external customers, and suppliers. Primary focus includes Aftermarket machine design packages applying existing technology used within the company. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Steward of the Douglas Mission (to enrich lives by providing differentiated packaging automation and services) and the Douglas Values (Unwavering Integrity, Servant's Heart, Ownership Spirit, and Continuous Innovation and Improvement)
• The primary deliverables of the Aftermarket Electrical Engineering team include control concepts, software development, electrical schematics, pneumatic drawings, and documentation that support the following functions:
  • PLC and HMI system design (operational strategy, controller specification, I/O selection and assignment, software application development)
  • Control system hardware selection and schematic design (electrical bill of material, cable and wire labels, phenolic tags, floor plan information)
  • Electrical enclosure and industrial control panel design (device layout, raceway sizing, cooling calculations, utility requirements)
  • Electrical assembly, installation, and integration documentation (line control strategy, connectivity, and interlocks necessary for project assembly, installation, commissioning, and service)
• Able to create controls software packages (PLC, HMI, and coordinated motion), electrical schematics, and pneumatic drawing packages using existing technology used within the company

• Able to operate, program, and troubleshoot all machine controls including hardware (set-up, adjustment, and replacement of components, controls, and electro-mechanical devices) and software (PLC, HMI, and coordinated motion)
• Reviews, understands, and follows the design criteria outlined in the machine specification documents, including mechanical criteria that may affect the electrical and/or pneumatic design

• Follows all Douglas electrical standards including engineering and assembly standards, national codes (NEC, NFPA79 and UL508A), and any other applicable standards and codes
• Maintains project schedules and completes assigned projects within allocated hours
• Travels to customer sites to for pre-sale visits, design reviews, and/or to resolve machine installation or commissioning problems

• Interacts in a professional manner with internal associates, external customers, and suppliers to support all assigned projects throughout their design, manufacture, build, validation, and commissioning phases
• Identifies opportunities for cost reductions and quality improvements in equipment

• Utilizes corporate processes:
  • Design and Development
  • Verification and Validation
  • Engineering Change Control
  • Douglas Improvement Projects
• Responsible for complying with all safety policies and procedures
• Assists in the training of new employees

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong creativity and problem solving skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• High proficiency in the use of personal computers and related software
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) experience preferred
• Computer Aided Design/Drafting (CAD) experience preferred

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: Requires one of the following:

• Requires an A.A. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, and a minimum of 4 years work experience in a related field
• Requires a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Experience in design of packaging equipment preferred. All full time positions offer attractive compensation and benefits that include ESOP stock allocation, 401(k) match, a company health clinic, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, volunteer time off, along with holiday pay and paid time off.