Job Description
Manpower Engineering seeking an Automation Engineer to support the CALP & Wide Cold Mill for our client in the Owensboro, KY area. The purpose of this role is to ensure the correct execution of the Electrical and Automation (E&A) part of projects, plan, manage, and implement capital, maintenance and upgrade projects to continuously improve our electrical, automation and controls equipment. Direct hire positions. Nice relo package.
Here's a summary of who we're seeking:
* BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Automated or Application Engineering required.
* Minimum three years' relevant experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment required.
* Have hands-on programming and commissioning experience.
* Capable to understand and modify L1 Software on the automation platforms in use (Siemens S7, Rockwell, SMS Siemag X-pack, servo systems, ProBAS, etc.).
* Have cross-domain understanding of complete machine (Automation, Electrics, Hydraulics, Mechanical systems, pneumatics, sensors, actuator, etc.) and be able to identify problems in non-automation domains.
* Have experience with the different automation layers (L1, L2, L3/MES) and communication protocol between them.
* Good methodical aptitude for troubleshooting equipment and related issues.
* Prepare and/or modify electrical drawings, specifications, calculations, charts, and graphs.
* Provide technical training to all applicable personnel regarding electrical systems and functions.
* Must be willing to support troubleshooting efforts in a 24/7 operation.
Desirable:
* Aluminum industry experience and experience with a continuous line and/or cold rolling process is a plus.
* Lean manufacturing/Six Sigma experience highly preferred.
* Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Continuous Improvement principles helpful.