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Role: Automation and Controls Engineer
Location: LaPorte, IN
Role Type: Full-time (Direct Hire)

POSITION OVERVIEW

The primary responsibility of this position is technical support to maintenance operations including troubleshooting complex problems, determining root cause, implementation of solutions and documentation. The position requires application of software and controls, engineering, process control design and support of automated manufacturing equipment.

RESPONSIBILITES

• Develop designs and electrical engineering of control systems and manufacturing equipment

• Assist in designing electrical/control-wiring schematics in AUTOCAD

• Assist in troubleshooting and repair of electrical/mechanical and programming related equipment/mill problems

• Design of control logic and control schematics

• Strong PLC programming skills using ladder logic and Siemens FB and STL programming in Step 7 and TIA.

• HMI and SCADA programming and integration with WinCC, Wincc Flex, and TIA.

• Understanding of network communication networks including Profibus, Profinet and/or industrial ethernet.

• Motor control principles, experience/knowledge with variable speed drives

• Be available for on-call support after normal working hours when needed.

• Create Functional troubleshooting documents for existing equipment PLC programs

• Create PLC training documents.

• Help improve, upkeep, and maintain plant wide documentation including AutoCAD plans, PFD's, PID's & layouts.

• Minimal travel

• Excellent customer relations skills are essential.

• Participate in the maintenance department efforts towards achieving key measures.

• Follow all relevant policies and procedures (5S, Safety, Company policies)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in an Electrical/Automated Manufacturing Engineers discipline or related engineering degree and/or minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience

• Must have worked successfully on several automation projects for the manufacturing industry or a system integrator.

• Strong knowledge of automation techniques, machine control systems, programmable logic controllers, pneumatics and computer programming

• Familiar with Microsoft Office Products (Outlook, Excel, Teams, Word, PowerPoint)

• Trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.

• Project management skills preferred

• Understanding of Pneumatic, Hydraulic and Water systems.

What they offer

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• 401k

• Life insurance

• Paid Vacation

• 8 Paid Holidays per year

About Client:

Our client stands for partnership-based service, an international focus and innovative, high-quality, reliable products. With more than thirty production sites and sales entities in over twenty countries, they are one of the world's leading plastic product manufacturers. Founded in 1946 with seven employees in Germany, where their headquarters are still today, the company now employs over 5,000 people. Their know-how and commitment make their family-owned business a sought after specialist for high-quality films, sheets and other plastic products.

The American entity specializes in the manufacturing of plastic films that are used in the Graphics, Signage, and Labeling industry. Other films manufactured in La Porte are used a decorative surface lamination films in furniture applications, and some films are specifically engineered as laminates for exterior building components. They are among the top performers in the industry, and continually strives for innovation.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.