CNC Controls Engineer

Our client is looking to add a CNC Controls Engineer to their growing team. This individual will specialize in CNC control systems and will complete projects for their customer base.

Responsibilities

• Write complex CNC and PLC programs for machine tools
• Design and layout of new electrical and CNC control systems for retrofit and remanufacture of machine tools and specialized machines
• Assist with the construction of complex detailed bills of materials
• Instruct and support electrical technicians, electrical engineers, sales engineers, and customers as required
• Document preliminary and finalized CNC and PLC programs
• Work closely with electrical technicians to ensure a safe and reliable control system for all machines
• Research and develop new and improved control systems and products
• Assist in all aspects of the business that are electrical and control-related
• Design and layout of high voltage schematics and I/O
• Write and repair high-level ladder circuits, structured text programs, and parametric programs
• Assist with final troubleshooting of all electrical and control systems
• Assist Purchasing with the ordering of CNC control packages
• Daily dealings with management, engineers, inspectors, and electrical technicians
• Other duties as assigned
• Able to travel to customer sites for project-related work

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree, Associates Degree, or technical training in Electrical Engineering or related curriculum
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and CNC-related software
• Strong background in Siemens and/or Fanuc Control Systems (or others) with working knowledge of old and new CNC systems. We like well-rounded backgrounds but Siemens Sinumerik 840D experience is highly preferred.
• Automotive experience
• Ability to power up and troubleshoot a wide variety of machine tool control problems
• Advanced level of machine tool control programming ability and knowledge
• Working knowledge of machine tool applications
• Strong working knowledge of analog and digital servo systems
• Ability to work closely with electrical technicians and others to develop safe and reliable control systems
• Excellent troubleshooting skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills