Robotics & Controls Engineer

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This opportunity is based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Relocation will be required and will be supported by Convergix. We are seeking talented individuals to join our growing team!
CONVERGIX Automation Solutions leverages the strengths, experience, and capabilities of our existing businesses, along with new talent, to transform and grow into the ultimate automation solutions trusted partner, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge. Reach new heights with Convergix Automation Solutions! We are thrilled to announce immediate openings for Senior Robotics & Controls Specialists at our Fayetteville, Arkansas office. Have you accumulated extensive experience as a Controls Engineer, contributing to essential sectors that drive innovation?

Have you led technical projects from inception to completion and are eager to further develop your leadership skills? If you meet these criteria, you could be the perfect fit for our team. Join the team at Convergix and make a lasting impact with your expertise.

The Senior Robotics & Controls Specialist will collaborate with the Controls Engineering Manager, Technical Leaders, and cross-functional teams to support meeting the vision of the Robotics and Controls group with proving insight and ideas on improvements (processes, standards, best practices, and tools) that boost the team’s effectiveness and efficiency.

• Provide expertise and guidance to the engineering team during the early project stages to develop functional specifications and set design direction.
• Design and develop code for automation equipment (PLCs, HMIs, Industrial Robots, Vision Systems) aligning with functional requirements and Convergix's internal programming standards.
• Responsible for project performance, by acting as the Controls Project Lead, with respect to achieving/defining functional targets, meeting/beating project budgets, ensuring on-time delivery of scope, and delivering an extraordinary customer experience.
• Responsible for driving the best controls solution to meet the functional requirements of the projects by applying best practices and standards while working with the cross-functional team.
• Drive high engineering excellence into projects through the application of critical thinking, judgement, and strong risk management strategies.
• Drive controls specific project meetings (offline programming reviews, design reviews, Stage-Gates, etc), as led by the Controls Project Lead, to articulate risks, challenges, and approaches to gain confidence from internal teams and the customer.
• Support project status updates, forecasting, and issues/risks to the Project Manager or Controls Team Leads proactively, while proposing developing plans to ensure successful projects.
• Support coaching and mentoring of project team members success through active oversight of Offline programming, Commissioning, Product testing, deliverables, and cross-functional support.
• Assist the mechanical and electrical design teams in the selection, testing, and integration of hardware such as robots, motion controllers, sensors, and vision systems
• Debug and commission control systems during integration at Convergix's facility and customer sites.
• Conduct comprehensive testing of machine functionality to ensure the integrity and compliance of the system with customer specifications.
• Travel to customer and supplier sites for installation, commissioning, and training purposes.
• Collaborate with the systems design department and other teams to continuously enhance controls technology integration for improved safety, functionality, and cost-efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to labor and material budgets and scheduled delivery dates.
• Work collaboratively with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers, and electricians to provide comprehensive and functional automation systems.
• Prepare accurate documentation for each project including operator, maintenance, and training manuals for each project.
• Provide technical problem-solving support and training to customers.

Note:

The nature of the role may require working over weekends or outside standard business hours. Trips to customer sites in North America several times per year, with travel expectations of up to 20% of your time, typically lasting 1-2 weeks.

• 10+ years of proven controls programming and commissioning experience within industrial automation
• 5+ years of proven leadership experience, leading large projects and teams within industrial automation projects
• Degree or Diploma in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering and/or sufficient industry experience and training
• Strong experience as technical lead on projects with emphasis on Controls Engineering
• Priority will be given to candidates who are familiar with PackML, Food & Beverage, or Packaging standards and experience
• Machine Vision experience, AI Machine Learning, Cognex or Keyence Inspection experience are an asset
• Knowledge of custom…