Engineering Systems Designer II

Job Description

CEC Controls is looking for an engineering systems designer who can perform the design of controls systems from start to finish, including troubleshooting, field startup and commissioning related to implementation in the automotive and manufacturing industries. Experience in industries related to automotive are a priority. This position will be assigned to the Warren, MI office site; however, there will be opportunities to work from home.

Site presence will be expected during commissioning and standby phases.

• Performing Design of Automation control systems, including:
  • Review specifications and standard practices
  • Follow internal and customer standards as required
    • Establish non‑standard logic and designs as required
  • Create system map layouts, sequence of operations, drawing packages, write PLC logic, and develop HMI screens
  • Write and edit PLC programs including I/O mapping, network diagnostics, conveyor control, routing and tracking, HMI FIS and IIOT fault messages and more
  • Self‑check PLC programs, verifying all I/O is used and step‑by‑step conveyor sequence is correct
  • Specify panel and field material by creating Electrical Bill of Materials (EBMs)
  • Work with Management and Project Management to develop and maintain schedule
  • Attend meetings with some interaction with customers
• Field duties and responsibilities include:
  • Assisting in installation oversight
  • Start‑up and debug at customer facilities
  • Experience with VFD/Motor tuning, torque proving and point‑to‑point operation is a plus
  • Launch support and standby support (post commissioning)
  • Work with project management

• Education:
  
  Relevant bachelor’s or associate degree in related engineering or technology field, or equivalent relevant work experience with a technical degree.
• 1+ years of industry experience working for a systems integrator; must include control panel and circuit design
  • Non‑standard designs, system map layouts, sequence of operations, reviewing cycle time, studies and dimension switch layouts
  • Design packages, write logic, develop HMI screen and commission your design
• Knowledge of system architecture, including non‑standard material, control panel power requirements and/or distribution
• Capable of reviewing specifications and standard practices (internal hardwired and logic standards, general specifications and scope of work)
• Technical knowledge and skills required:
  • RSLogix 5, 5000
  • RS Networx
  • Drive Executive, Dirve Explorer
  • Panel Builder PDS, 1400e, 32
  • RSView Studio and Factory Talk
• Technical knowledge considered an asset:
  • Ford Next Gen or GVOSS standards, GM G12 standards
  • Microsoft Office Suite
• Capable of assisting with installation and debugging with no additional support
• Ability to work independently and in a team atmosphere
• Ability to travel
• Authorization to work lawfully in the US without sponsorship from CEC Controls
• Physical Requirements:
  • Able to climb a 2‑story ladder
  • Can walk a mile in 20 minutes
  • Be able to cover, on foot, a reasonable distance on a job site
  • Able to lift up to 30 lbs without difficulty
  • All of the above items to be accomplished while carrying a laptop computer