Control Systems Engineer

Controls Engineer

Company Background:
Washington Equipment Manufacturing Company, Inc. (WEMCO, Inc.) is a contract manufacturer that specializes in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of productivity enhancing solutions, such as: overhead cranes for material handling, automated aerospace tooling and parts, agricultural equipment, and custom machinery used in multiple industries around the world.

As a Controls Engineer, you will utilize computer-aided software to review, modify, and design electrical systems while simultaneously validating and improving the performance of electromechanical equipment and components.

• Assess project requirements and undertake relevant research
• Validate and improve the performance of electromechanical equipment and components
• Use computer-aided software to review, modify and design electrical systems
• Produce and implement designs and test procedures
• Present designs and participate in design reviews with managers and clients
• Design and evaluate electromechanical systems by applying principles of mechanics, electrical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other power systems.
• Develop and review control systems by studying customer requirements, researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators
• Interact with electrical engineers and staff members to identify, define, and resolve design or performance issues with products.
• Troubleshooting issues with hardware, software, and programming
• Contribute to constant upgrading of product documentation and technology
• Direct and technically assist during equipment installation or assembly
• Design, improve and troubleshoot custom-built automation systems for machines and equipment
• Develop, implement, and sustain policies and procedures for the electrical work performed in the production facility and field
• Lead integration of new PLC systems and automation equipment.
• Develop, test, and validate programs for a wide variety of equipment systems.
• Execute technical assignments with the ability to integrate systems adhering to schedule and cost considerations
• Provide technical support for our manufacturing facility and field equipment in assigned areas of responsibility
• Perform root cause analysis for failure investigations and other data analysis tasks
• Write periodic reports or oral presentations to management and customers on specific projects
• Work with customers to develop and qualify process changes and provide technical services
• Oversee and coordinate performance and routine activities of electrical field engineering personnel.
• Conduct electrical progress work inspections on a continuous basis along with complete electrical installation checkout to ensure quality, codes, standards and specifications are met before turnover.
• Commission machines and equipment in house and in the field
• Coordinate and record client, as well as vendor, needed electrical installations and test verifications.
• Support technical coordination of tag-out and lock-out program activities.
• Coordinate with Electrical Engineers and crafts to solve drawing issues or and provide information necessary for proper wiring or installation of electrical equipment.
• Coordinate and check subcontractors in electrical field engineering.
• Coordinate and fulfill procurement as needed for electrical panel and system fabrication and assembly.
• Coordinate with vendors performing electrical services or panel fabrication.
• Issue Purchase Orders for materials and components needed on control systems and general equipment.
• Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests that are technical in nature.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations
• Create and review O&M manuals for all designed equipment
• Provide tracking and reporting to help plan, develop, and mentor project teams on the implementation of recovery plans as necessary
• Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal working relationships with others
• Create drawings for manufacturability using standard drafting practices within your assigned area
• Diagnose problems, order appropriate parts,…