Job Description
Job Description
Controls Engineer (Chattanooga, TN)
Responsibilities (Including but not limited to the following)
- Responsible for PLC programming, debugging, and troubleshooting of new automation systems
- Review and optimization of existing customer programs and equipment
- Program and troubleshoot system upgrades and modifications
- Assist with systems risk analysis per the RIA standards
- Assist in the development of electrical and controls system design
- Communicate and collaborate with team members, leadership and customers
- Present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers,
clients, and other employees of the organization
Documentation and building of control program manualsProvide Production SupportTraining of regular customer staff and maintenance crews at the customer facilityRequirements
Degree in software or engineering (Bachelor / Technical College) or equivalent professional experiencePreferred 5 years’ experience in an automated manufacturing environmentRockwell / Allen Bradley programming experienceTroubleshootingProgram creation / extension according to specificationRead circuit diagrams and know hardware componentsPreferred
Functional knowledge Siemens Step 7Functional knowledge Siemens TIA V16Programming safety engineering in Step 7 and TIA, incl. verification and documentationProgramming HMI in WinCCflex and TIAFanuc, ABB, or Kuka robot trainingProcess experience (resistance welding, arc welding, laser, vision)Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background checkOut-of-area and overnight travel may be expected (approx. 30%)The ability to travel internationally is required (passport). Must have valid driver’s license.Company Description
LEWA Attendorn (www.lewa-attendorn.com) is a leading robotic systems integrator based in Germany, supporting automotive customers around the world. We specialize in automated joining processes such as resistance welding, arc welding, laser welding and brazing, riveting gluing, sealing, etc. and automated machining processes. LEWA Automation USA was established in Chattanooga, TN to support our customers with installations in the US, provide ongoing plant services and support, and to provide local build and integration services.
Company Description
LEWA Attendorn (www.lewa-attendorn.com) is a leading robotic systems integrator based in Germany, supporting automotive customers around the world. We specialize in automated joining processes such as resistance welding, arc welding, laser welding and brazing, riveting gluing, sealing, etc. and automated machining processes. LEWA Automation USA was established in Chattanooga, TN to support our customers with installations in the US, provide ongoing plant services and support, and to provide local build and integration services.