Electro Mechanical Technician

Key Responsibilities: 
Expert level support for complex PLC software, controls and automation problems on the shop floor 
•  Performing electrical & software automation commissioning tasks. This includes downloading software, firmware and configuration files to machine controllers, HMI’s, servo drives, VFD’s and other devices utilized on equipment 
•  Define dipswitch or Ethernet IP address settings of connected devices 
•  Perform PLC/controller I/O, motion and communications testing for equipment to ensure proper wiring and functionality of connected devices 
•  Perform functional and communications setup and testing between equipment and third-party equipment. This may include but not limited to printing devices, vision systems, conveyors, pick & place equipment, bowl feeders, robots, etc.
•  Efficiently building and modifying mechanical assemblies per the bill of material and assembly drawings while using hand and power tools 
•  Efficiently wiring machines, panels and control circuitry (up to 575 Volts), adding electrical components based on project layouts and wiring diagrams (per NFPA 79) 
•  Successfully troubleshoots and problem solves live power and control circuitry with test equipment 
•  Lead efforts to perform and document machine setups of all recipe/machine parameters in order to optimize machine performance 
•  Conducting a successful customer factory acceptance test while demonstrating and training customers on equipment operations and equipment functionality 
•  Supporting and coordinating activities and controls and software improvements with the controls engineering team 
•  Observing all safety regulations, making sure of wearing and using proper protective wearand tools, informing supervisor of any safety issues or hazards 

Basic Requirements: 
2 year Technical Degree 
5 year job related experience in building automated capital equipment 
Experience building capital equipment including industrial motion controls systems, Rockwell Automation (RSLogix5000/Studio5000, FactoryTalk View ME), Beckhoff industrial PC’s (TwinCAT 2/3) 
Experience implementing Rockwell hardware including ControlLogix, CompactLogix, PanelView Plus HMI’s, PowerFlex Variable Frequency Drives (PF525/527), Kinetix5500 Servo Drives 
Experience implementing AC/DC electrical systems and use of multi-meters for troubleshooting electrical equipment 
Experience implementing vision and barcode systems and configuration of these devices. 
Experience with Cognex hardware and software. 
Preferred Qualifications: 
Degree in Packaging, Automation, or Mechatronic 
Passionate, self-motivated, Self-organized, and priority task oriented, including maintaining a 6S work environment 
Able to work efficiently in order to meet project and department objectives while utilizing best practice methods 
Able to continuously improve and problem solve the working processes and work   environment  
Completion of projects involving control systems commissioning, software integration and modification, calibration or troubleshooting 
Team oriented with excellent communication skills, fostering team work and building a customer relationship