Controls Software Engineer

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data
• Lead problem-solving in resolving equipment performance issues
• Lead troubleshooting; coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, manage and breakdown problems into items that can be validated
• Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians
• Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTS
• Troubleshoot machinery, robot, automation, and controls issues and downtime
• Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment
• Review and coordinate project installations
• Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements
• Maintain program backups for machinery and automation
• Program new installations of automation, machinery, material handling, and robots
• Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety

• PLC/CNC, Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Software Systems
• 5 years of related experience
• High School Diploma / GED
• Successful candidate must demonstrate leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills
• Ability to work with UAW maintenance, Vendors, and other Process Team Members when required
• Client Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allan Bradley)
• Prior work experience at client or in client’s Industry

Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2 Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Robotics, Computer Vision
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills
• Lean Tools - 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping
• Familiar with UL508A requirements and NFPA79
• Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting
• Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming
• Fanuc controls troubleshooting
• CNC troubleshooting