Controls Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

LINAK® provides electric actuation solutions that improve people’s quality of life and working environment. Linear movement might be the simplest movement in the world. And yet, perfecting something simple is one of the hardest challenges. This is, however, what we strive to do every day at LINAK. With our innovative actuator solutions, we bring movement to hospital beds, office desks, medical applications, comfort beds and some of the strongest industrial application. With more than 2,400 dedicated LINAK employees worldwide, we offer a global presence spiced with local understanding.

We are responsible in what we do – towards customers, employees and the environment. Creating trust is a natural part of who we are. We always look for ways to make it easier for our customers to engage with us.

Our solutions move people – their work and their lives. We Improve Your Life!

Scope

The Controls Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting and improving PLC, HMI, and robotic manufacturing equipment throughout the factory. Collaborating with production engineers, maintenance technicians, and vendors the Controls Engineer supports equipment uptime, advancement of technology, and expansion of manufacturing capacity.

• Troubleshoot PLC based industrial controls systems (PLC, HMI, Robot, Vision)
• Design, develop, and execute control systems integration projects with vendors and company facilities
• Integrate legacy systems, including PLCs, controllers, drives, AC / DC motors
• Create system designs, PLC, HMI, and SCADA programs and configurations
• Create and maintain internal controls standards / best practices
• Offer technical guidance during the build, testing, and commissioning phases of new or modified systems
• Program, configure, test, and commission PLC and HMI-based control systems
• Develop panel designs, layouts, schematic diagrams, and control system drawings, including BOM creation
• Prepare technical manuals and troubleshooting guides for production support
• Lead multiple projects of varying complexity, ensuring timely and efficient execution
• Provide progress reports on project milestones and timelines
• Provide training for engineering and maintenance team members
• Research and test new manufacturing technology
• Support PC based testing software
• All other duties as assigned by management

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Screening Requirements : Criminal Background Check, Basic Skills, and Education

The benefits of employment at LINAK include : Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Maternity and Paternity Leave, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) Plan with Company Contribution, Teladoc, Tuition Reimbursement, Special Incentive Plans, Onsite Workout Room and Flex Time.

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