Education: College accreditation with emphasis in engineering or equivalent experience, preferably from within a manufacturing firm—bachelor’s degree with concentration in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science strongly preferred.
Experience: 3-5+ years of electrical or software design and/or engineering experience—experience within the special machine industry preferred.
Additional skills:
- Proficiency in the use and programming of various PLC, HMI, robot, motion control, LabVIEW, and machine vision software applications
- Knowledge of structured software design principals
- Ability to understand and follow all relevant safety policies when working on assigned equipment projects including, but not limited to: lockout/tagout, electrical safety, arc flash safety, and robotic systems safety
- Ability to troubleshoot and debug complex automation systems, which may involve addressing software bugs, wiring issues, or mechanical problems
- Technically creative with an understanding of equipment functions to provide software solutions in a robust and economical manner
- Ability to evaluate quotations, specifications, and engineering drawings to identify functional requirements and develop machine control software solutions
- Organized and flexible in work functions allowing for dedicated, multitasking, and task interrupted duties
- Analytical and decisive to define, evaluate, and solve problems in an organized process
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal with competency in computer and Microsoft Office products
- Ability to collaborate in team environments while maintaining individual duties effectively
- A commitment to integrity, ethical and economical practices, and the organization’s mission
- Flexibility to travel, domestic and international, and work additional hours as needed to meet project requirements
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
As a member of HAHN Automation Group US, applicants must be able to interact safely in a manufacturing environment. This includes:
- Full body mobility with the ability to bend, stoop, climb, and lift or move 25 lbs. of weight
- The ability to walk within restricted areas of the company manufacturing plant
- Professional conduct in regards to hygiene and dress
- The ability to read and prepare business documents as well as conduct business over the telephone in a sometimes-loud environment
- The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- The ability to travel to customer, supplier, and/or inter-company sites via vehicle or airplane (both domestic and international)
- Valid driver’s license with driving record of acceptable risk as defined by HAHN Automation Group US’s insurance company
- Must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the United States now and in the future without employment visa sponsorship
