At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world.
With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.
Summary: The Controls Engineer will modify and release new and existing equipment designs. The person in this position typically is responsible to manage a product line that includes maintaining engineering content and improving product line features. The Controls Engineer, supports the Engineering Team to Concept, Design and Develop PLC controlled machinery products and systems for the hardscape and masonry industries using electrical, mechanical, and software technologies. We manufacture our own electrical panels and are focused on using Allen Bradley PLCs and HMIs.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Product line guidance and Improvement Projects
- Acts in a support role to other engineers
- Applies electrical and control principles, theories, and concepts independently
- Review equipment performance scopes
- Review, create, and modify electrical schematics
- Review and specify electrical components used in equipment Bill of Materials
- Review, create and modify PLC and HMI programs and support software
- Define requirements and test performance of motion control products and features
- Troubleshoot equipment operation and communication networks
- Work in a multiple project, multiple task, collaborative environment
- Support of Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) in accordance with design requirements, company protocols, processes and procedures
- Create and update manuals
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Meet customer expectations by clear and concise two-way communication.
- Design and evaluate systems and products by applying sound principles of power management, system/component control, and human/machine interface.
- Maximize the efficiency of the department by successfully accomplishing projects within the allotment time frame with a focus on avoiding any non-value added word or re-work
- Provide product, service or equipment technical and engineering information by answering questions and requests.
- Determine improvements by analyzing cost-benefit ratios of equipment, supplies, or service applications in customer environment, engineering or proposing changes in equipment, processes or use of materials or services.
- Comply with federal, state and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; advising customer or product, service or equipment adherence to requirements; advising customer or needed actions.
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
- Contribute to electrical engineering effectiveness by identifying short-term and long-range issues that must be addressed; providing information and commentary pertinent to deliberations; recommending option and courses of action; implementing directives.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed in a timely fashion and being willing to attempt new assignments or fill in for others as needed; accomplishes other duties as assigned.
- Travel up to 15% to support customer needs.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform their Typical Daily Work and General Responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities of this position.
Software
- Software and programming experience for PLC and HMI
- Microsoft Office Suite (Work, Excel, PPt, Outlook)
- AutoCAD
- Experience with Visual Basic, a plus
- Software and programming experience for PLC and HMI programming.
- Experience with Visual Basic a plus
Equipment
- Rockwell Logix PLC Controls (RS Logix5000)
- Rockwell closed-loop VFD as well as Servo drives and controls
- (Graphical Interfaces) Factory Talk preferred
Skills
- Computer/Technical
- Written and Oral Communication
- Analytical
- Project/Process Management
- Clerical/Secretarial
Abilities
- Ability to deal with abstract and concrete variables, as well as have a high level of creative thinking ability
- Ability to provide a respectful work environment for others
- Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.
Education and/or Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree - Required
- 8 to 10 years relevant work experience
- Interest in PC supervisory controls for equipment and/or process controls
- Has a process control background
- Experience with analyzing job results and planning workflow
- Experience with maintain production schedules, on multiple and simultaneous projects
Columbia Machine offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vancouver, WA 98661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Vancouver, WA (In person)
The salary range for this position is depending on location, experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role. Starting compensation is determined based on a candidate's skills, relevant experience, and industry expertise. Compensation at the upper end of the range is typically reserved for individuals who bring extensive experience, specialized knowledge, and a demonstrated track record of success in the industry. Employees may also have opportunities for continued growth within the range as they develop in the role and contribute to the organization's success.
Pay: $100,700.00 - $132,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Automation: 3 years (Required)
- PLC Controls/HMIs: 3 years (Required)
- OEM: 3 years (Required)
Location:
- Vancouver, WA 98661 (Required)
Work Location: In person
