Experienced Software Controls Engineer

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Job Description:

Essential Function:

This position is for a key software controls engineer and informal team lead to advance the automation and technology of the Czochralski (CZ) process. This person will be accountable the for the software design of CZ crystal growers which includes HMI and PLC software for equipment functionality, process automation, vision control, and the MES interface. The successful candidate will identify, develop, and execute projects leading to lower cost, higher throughput, better reliability, better connectivity, and autonomy to meet the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and implement these improvements into daily operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Create and/or modify CZ grower PLC and HMI software to improve process automation, reliability, and functionality

Create and/or modify necessary MES specific interface software

Support the implementation of vision control software

Support the installation, commissioning, and startup of new or modified equipment designs

Support the maintenance team by improving and maintaining equipment software design by developing, validation, change control, process risk management, and root cause investigations

Partners with teams within Silfex and external suppliers to develop and implement new equipment software designs and methodologies

Partners with manufacturing managers/supervisors to identify, develop and implement projects associated with improvement of manufacturing operations

Supports manufacturing departments in the effective collection, manipulation, and analysis of data required to establish performance standards for equipment and processes

Manages and creates project schedules, budgets, etc. and updates status to department managers and PMO group

Carries out special projects and all other additional duties as assigned

Supports process equipment including off-hours if needed

Culture:

Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values of Silfex Create and maintain a culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do. Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditions immediately to Silfex management. Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function

Communication – Begin with the end in mind – Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally within Silfex.

Assist in applying lean manufacturing…