Industrial Automation and Controls Engineer Estes Energetics - Fremont Economic Development Corporation : Job Details

Estes Energetics, along with its subsidiary Goex Industries, is an American manufacturer of black powder, chemicals, and rocket motors. Our agile and experienced team is proud to make products that support the Department of Defense, strengthen domestic production, preserve history, serve hunting and shooting sports enthusiasts, and ignite a passion for rocketry in our youth. Whether we're performing research into energetic materials and products, or standing up American-made production, count on us to find a solution.

Summary

Estes Energetics is searching for an Industrial Automation and Controls Engineer at our research and development facility in Penrose, CO. The Industrial Automation and Controls Engineer will primarily support the development of new chemical and rocket motor manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial automation and controls. As part of our team, you will not only be involved in cutting-edge engineering work but also be a part of a great culture that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to excellence in supporting American manufacturing and our armed forces.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with engineering team to integrate automation into new equipment and to retrofit automation into existing machinery to support the establishment of a new chemical manufacturing facility.
• Design electrical systems compliant to NEC and UL508A regulations and design some electrical systems for hazardous environments, in particular C2D1.
• Implement data acquisition and remote access functionality.
• Design data architecture and processing systems to implement statistical process control and plant optimization.
• Build electrical cabinets and install field wiring.
• Create and maintain schematics, documentation, and bills of materials for electrical cabinets.
• Implement plant networking between sensors, valves, PLCs, and control room using both analog 4-20 mA and Ethernet.
• Design HMI screens for controlling equipment with an emphasis on simplicity, readability, and providing feedback necessary for troubleshooting.

Competencies, Experience, and Education

Required

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• 4+ years of industrial controls experience.
• Extensive experience with ladder logic programming for PLCs is essential. Proficiency in developing, troubleshooting, and optimizing ladder logic code, preferably using Automation Direct products.
• Proficiency in HMI and SCADA programming experience.
• 4-20 mA and Ethernet communication experience.
• Hands-on experience building high quality electrical cabinets and running field wiring.
• Knowledge of electrical codes including NEC, UL508A, and hazardous area classification.
• Exposure to industrial chemical processing equipment.
• Demonstrated experience creating 3D CAD models and 2D schematics.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced design and test environment.
• Ability to take initiative and solve complex problems both independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain State and Federal explosives licenses including:
• Be 21 years of age or older.
• Pass pre-employment drug test.
• Pass State and Federal background checks.

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Exposure to industrial machines, heat, cold, and explosives.
• Frequent movement through a manufacturing environment.
• Use of personal protective equipment appropriate to the work location.

Travel: 5-10%

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typical workdays are on a 5-day week. Employees are expected to work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. Occasional overtime may be required during busy periods.

Estes Energetics maintains a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health insurance through an ICHRA.
• Life and disability insurance – 100% paid by company.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 7% company match.
• Single, comprehensive paid time off (PTO) policy.
• 8 Paid Holidays.

Work Authorization: Must be a US citizen or national, a lawful permanent resident, or a protected individual as defined in 8 USC 1324b.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Program

Estes Energetics provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Additional information is available at:

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.