Job Summary
For our client, safety is the top priority. They maintain a safety-first culture where employees are encouraged to work safely and return home in the same condition in which they arrived. Our client is seeking skilled and forward-thinking Automation Engineer to join a growing team supporting one of the world's largest online retailers.
This opportunity offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, wellness programs, and an inclusive workplace that values diversity and continuous development.
Position - Automation Engineer
Location - Clarksville TN
Pay - $40-43an hr.
Shift - Looking for someone flexible who can work Morning, afternoon and Night shift.
Work Authorization - US Citizen OR Green Card Holder
About the Role
In this vital engineering role, you will be part of a team of controls and maintenance professionals who proactively support operations and provide customers with expert-level support based on the customer’s technical problems related to their automated material handling equipment (MHE). Your expertise will be utilized in the continuous improvement and execution of the preventive maintenance process, with a focus on maximizing equipment reliability and operational performance of equipment such as conveyors, sortation systems, scanners, cameras, print and apply systems, SCADA deves and programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote a safe working environment by complying with all applicable codes, regulations, governmental agencies, and company directives related to system operations and work safety.
- Troubleshoot and modify software programs for material handling control systems, including PLC/PC controllers, Allen Bradley Controllogix/Compactlogix PLC platform and RSLogix 5000 software package.
- Act as first level escalation in troubleshooting support, both on-site and remotely, as well as during and after business hours, to repair all MHE controls software systems. Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning assistance as needed.
- Inspect systems to ensure the operation of equipment is within design capabilities and achieves operational conditions prescribed by the client
- Oversee scope of development, work request initiation, scheduling, and inspection of work performed by outside contractors, which includes proprietary work, licensed installations, upgrades, and maintenance and inspection of specialized systems.
- Engineer process solutions and reliability improvement from concept to network implementation.
- Monitor Industrial networks such as Ethernet, ControlNet, DeviceNet, Profibus, AS-I, motor control systems, servo drives, frequency drives, and electrical distribution systems.
- Monitor material handling equipment metrics and partner with site team to resolve equipment electrical problems that create performance deficiencies.
- Proactively and effectively communicate with multiple stakeholders including, but not limited to, leadership, operations and the maintenance team on technical issues and project timelines and production impacts.
- Facilitate analysis and reviews of failures and processes to provide recommendations to implement improvements or retraining to avoid future incidents.
- Perform controls of systems assessments to maintain and improve equipment reliability.
- Clearly communicate technical issues, project timelines, and product impacts with site leadership, operations and the maintenance teams.
- Cultivate positive working relationships with our Client and the Operations Maintenance team members.
- Perform other job-related duties as needed or assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education may be considered.
- Experience in at least two engineering design cycles including specification, component selection and programming.
- 2+ years of experience with Programmable Logic Controls (PLC) programs.
- 2+ years of experience with robotics system components and controls.
- 2+ years of experience with SCADA systems.
- Ability to be available and work a flexible schedule/shift/work area, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays.
- Ability to independently solve problems and carry out general instructions in standard situations with limited to no oversight.
- Meet the physical requirements of this role including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and the ability to lift/carry heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more.
- Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, and difficult information, convey performance expectations, and handle problems.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher from a vocational school or college in a mechanical or electrical discipline.
- 2+ years of apprenticeship or equivalent experience working with electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Experience with MHE safety standards and OEM equipment.
- Experience using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- 2+ years of experience with automated conveyor systems and controls.
- 2+ years of experience performing predictive and preventive maintenance.
- 2+ years of experience reading blueprints and electrical schematics.
- 2+ years of knowledge of electrical and electronic principles.
- 2+ years of demonstrated commitment to workplace safety standards.
- 1+ year of experience troubleshooting and diagnosing MHE systems.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years apprenticeship or equivalent experience in Control Systems troubleshooting/ programming.
- Experience supporting a range of different conveyors and sortation systems.
- Experience with robotic maintenance.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Extensive organizational skills with a strong inquisitive mindset.
- Advanced math skills. Ability to calculate difficult figures such as percentages, fractions, and other financial-related calculations.
Employee Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision
- Disability benefit program
- 401k company matching
- Paid time off and holidays
- Company paid life insurance
- Pet insurance
- Paid parental leave
Why Join Our Client?
Our client is committed to employee growth and development. They believe professional development is driven through a combination of hands-on experience, coaching, and formal training. Employees are provided with resources and opportunities to build skills, enhance performance in their current role, and prepare for future career advancement.
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Pay: $40.00 - $43.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Can you pass a 10 panel Drug Test ?
- Can you pass a Federal Background Check ?
- Do you have a valid driving license
- Please help us with your best email id
Experience:
- Robotics: 2 years (Preferred)
- SCADA system: 2 years (Preferred)
- PLC: 2 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
