About this opportunity
Gulftech Group lists this Automation and Controls Engineer opportunity in winter haven, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Automation & Controls Engineer
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Engineering Manager
FLSA: Exempt
Status: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Direct Reports: None
Location: Winter Haven, FL
Who We Are
A multi-national well-established Original Equipment Manufacturer. Our brands have a long-standing and significant presence and brand recognition within their target markets and industries with a strong emphasis on total customer satisfaction.
The Gulftech International family of companies are the world's recognized leaders in engineering, manufacturing, lease, sale and service of industrial food processing machinery. Our companies serve the largest food production and processing companies across the globe.
Job Summary
The Automation & Controls Engineer is responsible for creation, design, and change management of machine control and safety systems for food processing equipment in a washdown environment. Work includes design of PLC/PCB hardware and software, motor controls, pneumatic controls, vision system, cabling, interlock devices, wiring and networking components. Documentation requirements include creation and maintenance of schematics and compiled code.
Responsibilities
Designs and assistance in the design of automation processes for producing high yield and high-quality food products, incorporating machinery developed by the company
Develop design concepts for improving machinery and processes
Communicates with customers and company staff on Automation issues relating to processes which include product yield, quality, throughput, safety systems, information systems, machinery and process designs
Develop training plans for the Automation & Controls Engineer technology that is released for Production
Support customer issues remotely upon request from the A&C Manager
Find and propose new innovations for the Sales and Management teams
Help the Sales and Management teams design and implement innovation
Work closely with the mechanical engineering team on new product development
Assist in PLC and HMI program standardization
Assist start-ups of newly installed equipment
Review automation design packages
Assist the Engineering Manager with budgeting department expenses for A&C New Product Development related activities
Assist the Engineering Manager with budgeting hours for A&C New Product Development related activities
Assist the Supply Chain in electrical component issues
Suggest and implement machine improvements
Work with the A&C Manager on all A&C related items
Follows proper safety procedures and safeguards others' safety at all times, understanding the obligation to refuse to perform any tasks that are unsafe
Provides consultation services on process controls and other Automation and Control issues for both domestic and international company directors
Accept travel assignments both domestic and international to make service calls to both existing and potential customers
Provides consultation service to customers on Automation and Control issues
Performs and assists in performing process control evaluations at customer sites
Assists in designing systems to collect and provide machinery and systems process data files for analysis
Initiates and assists in commissioning of new controls installations at customer sites
Perform all other duties and assist with special projects as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, and Other Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
Willingness to travel up to 15%
Food Processing experience is a plus
5+ years of programming Programable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human Machine Interface (HMIs), Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems, variable frequency drive (VFD), and SQL
Must be detail-oriented, analytical and computer literate with proven leadership skills
Knowledge and understanding of construction, manufacturing and installation practices/techniques
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, short correspondence, technical material, drawings and blueprints
Ability to write correspondence and technical instructions
An ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, vendors, and other employees of the company
Must have strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions
Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations
Valid Driver's License
Must have, or be able to obtain, a passport for international travel
Benefits and Compensation
Medical (PPO & HSA options), dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Retirement - 401k
Retirement - Profit sharing
Free Life/AD&D Insurance
Tuition Assistance
Company cell phone
The pay range for this role begins at $90,000+ annually. Salary information is a general guideline only. Actual compensation considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, location, work experience, education, and key skills. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Company is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition, or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of age, ancestry, race, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation/gender identity), color, religion, national origin, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, family medical history or genetic information, military or veteran status, disability, medical condition, or any other non-merit based factor or status protected by federal, state or local law.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Scheduling flexibility is required to accommodate changing business needs .
Worksite address
winter haven, FL, 33881, US
Who can apply
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