Gulftech Group
Englewood, CO
Shift: Full-time
[Source: Talents By Vaia] Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Automation & Controls Engineer Department: Engineering Reports To: Engineering Manager FLSA: Exempt Status: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday Direct Reports: None Location: Denver Tech Center (near Centennial airport) Hybrid: Possibility of 2 days/wk at home 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 Always follow UL and CE safety design requirements and safeguard others’ safetyResponsible for researching, planning, and designing electrical control systems associated with food processing equipment and/or control system installations. Motion and motor control hardware selection and PLC programming.Interface PLC/HMI to building network (SCADA, TCP/IP, Profinet, etc).Sensor selection and PLC programming.PLC module selection and integration.PCB layout, software and programming.HMI design and integration to machine/customer network.Coordinates activities involved in the fabrication, operation, applications, installation, and repair of electrical systems. Programming responsibilities to include, but not limited to, the development, installation and maintenance of software systems on customer sites such as operating systems, development software, and communications programmingConsistently and accurately follow standard work procedures, policies, etc.Must be able to travel domestically and internationally 20% of the timeConsistently achieve job and performance expectations efficiently, effectively, and on-time with little to no supervision or directionPerform all other duties and assist with special projects as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and Other Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology required - from an ABET accredited Engineering program preferredKnowledge of control panel design including HMI systems, VFD and servo motor systems, remote I/O, pneumatic controls, analog and digital I/O requiredExperience with Power distribution design (DC, Single and Three Phase) requiredKnowledge of Network Design and Configuration Ethernet TCP/IP Modbus UDP, Ethercat, RS485 requiredExperience in data acquisition and evaluation using SQL, Azure, and MS PowerBI is a plusKnowledge of Pneumatic Systems Design requiredExperience with Process Instrumentation sensors and interlocking devices requiredProject Management experience in new product design development and implementationExperience with programming PC, PLC, and PCB using Structured Text, Ladder Logic, C, and C# requiredProgramming experience using TwinCAT, CODESYS, MS Visual Studio, and MPLab softwareUse of Visio and/or other software packages for creation of system schematics preferredKnowledge of HMI Design and Programming requiredOptical sensor/camera and robotic systems experience is a plusMust keep a valid US driver’s licenseMust have, or be able to obtain, a passport for international travelBenefits 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 InsuranceTuition Assistance Company cell phone *The pay range for this role begins at $116,000+ 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. *Atlas Pacific 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 sta