Controls Engineer

Career/Life Opportunities for Controls Engineers at Solara Automation

Want to work where great people make great products and enjoy a great work/life balance?

Position:

Solara seeks great Controls Engineers to join our team.

We have openings for entry, mid-level and senior engineers who have experience in and a passion for industrial automation. Total compensation ranges from $80,000 to $130,000, depending on experience.

Job Description:

As a Controls Engineer your primary responsibilities include electrical design and programming, testing, and implementation of HMI/PLC control systems, robotics, and vision systems.

General Skills/Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-starter, team player, works well with others, and has a positive attitude
• Creative thinker, results oriented, focused, and attentive to detail
• Able to prioritize, multi-task, and meet deadlines

Experience/Education Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in engineering or related discipline (BSEE degree preferred)
• 6+ years of experience in the automation industry (multiple levels open)
• 5+ years PLC Development experience (Allen-Bradley, Omron)
• Configuring and designing HMI systems (Allen Bradley, PC)
• Configuring and programming Motion Controllers/Actuators
• Programming robots and autonomous mobile robots (Fanuc, ABB, UR, MIR)
• Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues
• Desired – Programming Vision/Laser Systems (Cognex, Keyence, LMI)
• Desired – Programming/integrating National Instruments SW/HW

Job Responsibilities:

Electrical:

• Develop electrical design, schematics, and drawings in AutoCAD
• Interpret mechanical design drawings for electrical requirements (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Research supplier products for assembly components
• Power up electrical systems and configure hardware per application specifications
• Check quality of assemblers/technicians work and assist during assembly
• Work with Sales Engineers to provide input with quote preparation as required

Programming:

• Design and develop software applications based on specifications or new concepts
• Understand client requirements for HMI/communication interface, networking and create specifications based on these requirements
• Review, modify, and redesign legacy code (in-house and in the field)
• Troubleshoot issues with existing company installed systems
• Write user manuals to communicate functionality of company developed programs
• Conduct risk assessments for safety systems and robotics
• Requirement Reviews – Participate in reviews and work with Mechanical Engineering to ensure proper implementation of features

General:

• Live the company culture of integrity, teamwork, and professionalism
• Quality – Ensure standards are maintained in a process driven environment
• Able/willing to travel and work at customer sites (10-15%)
• Available/willing to work overtime to meet project commitments, as required

About Solara Automation:

Located in Morrisville, NC, Solara Automation has delivered custom automation equipment to high tech manufacturing companies since 2004. Our services include Systems Integration, Machine Design, Control Systems Development, Software Integration, Product/Process Development, Machining/Fabrication, Machine Vision, and Robotics.

We make great ‘things’ – but our success comes from having talented people who enjoy a challenge, want to make an impact in automation and are valued for their work.

We seek engineering professionals educated and skilled in Automation Technology, Mechanical Design, Electrical Design and Controls Integration. As a technology-driven company we desire individuals looking to challenge themselves to reach their full potential in a fast-paced environment.

Solara offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, with competitive base pay and bonus opportunities. Our collaborative teamwork culture includes a flexible work environment, cross-discipline engagement, and career development. Our engineers are involved in every phase of delivering quality automated systems, from conception to design, fabrication, assembly and installation.

Benefits:

• 100% Company Paid Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 100% Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-term Disability
• 401(k) with investment options and company contribution
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off upon employment; 9 paid holidays
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Tuition Assistance and sponsorships
• FSA, Supplemental Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

Candidates must live in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area and do not require sponsorship.

Respect for all people:

Solara Automation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Solara Automation makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.