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Automation and Controls Engineer II

Sekisui Aerospace
105000.00 To 130000.00 (USD) Annually
paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Washington, Renton
Jan 24, 2025

We are continuing to grow! We are currently accepting applications for an upcoming Automation & Controls Engineer II need at our Renton location.

Automation & Controls Engineer II

Location(s): Renton

Job Type: Full-Time Exempt

Benefits

Medical (free employee only coverage and low-cost options available)

Dental, Vision, Prescription

Life and AD&D Insurance

Company Sponsored 401k with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

8 Paid Holidays plus closed (with pay) for a week during the winter break!

15 days per year accrued Vacation/Sick time. Accrued time is available to use immediately!

Annual Salary: $105,000 - $130,000

Position

The Automation & Controls Engineer II is responsible for performing the automation needs related to the development and manufacturing of advanced composites through conceptual design, technology development, procurement, and validation testing by applying research and analytical methods, appropriate testing, and basic engineering or scientific experience to help solve complex technical problems, assist, develop or evaluate new technology, and improve the efficiency of existing equipment in production.

The Controls Engineer will:

  • Troubleshoot common issues independently and analyze/solve common issues using critical thinking with minimal guidance
  • Address routine customer queries effectively and some difficult situations with management guidance
  • Takes ownership of assigned tasks, working independently to address issues and drive solutions, demonstrating understanding of immediate issues (including business impact)
  • Design ground-up electrical systems
  • Advanced debugging of electrical issues in automated manufacturing equipment
  • Debug complex programming issues and drive revision control methods
  • Configure new SCADA users and set credentials
  • Train operators on how to use SCADA to control equipment
  • Create tags, trend data, and complex screens within the SCADA platform
  • Design electrical systems to UL508a and safety systems to ANSI-RAI R15.06 with supervision
  • Assemble, adjust, align, and modify mechanical assemblies
  • View, understand, and obtain dimensions from CAD models through the ability to create CAD models, assembly, and utilize a vault
  • Adhere to Lock out Tag out, and arc flash procedures
  • Design machine safety systems

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Can follow scripts and guidelines for basic interactions
  • Can identify and report potential security risks
  • Understands when to wear appropriate safety equipment based on the task at hand
  • Understands how machine safety systems operate
  • General understanding of industrial networking including TCP stack, Ethernet/IP, ring topology, VLANS, and network debugging.
  • Familiarity with robot operation, basic programming, and point teaching
  • Familiarity with machine vision
  • Intermediate PLC programming experience
  • Understanding of revision control methods
  • Proficient at utilizing SCADA to operate equipment
  • Understanding of how SCADA systems utilize databases
  • Capability to design electrical systems to UL508a and safety systems to ANSI-RAI R15.06 independently
  • Experience working on manufacturing equipment
  • Ability to operate typical hand and power tools
  • Understand 3 Phase power systems of 480V and below
  • Ability to set up VFD from scratch
  • Ability to create pneumatic and hydraulic schematics
  • Experience sizing and selecting valves

Preferred Experience:

  • Intermediate knowledge of Industry 4.0. Can identify the importance of why a manufacturing company should aspire to migrate toward it
  • Knowledge and experience with the application of statistical tools and LEAN
  • Understanding of the many various types of composite technology
  • Experience in advanced PLC (programmable logic controller) programming, SCADA development and architecture, recipe control, machine statistics, and database interface
  • Interfacing plant floor systems with MES and databases for traceability and statistics gathering
  • Experience designing, wiring, configuring, and debugging industrial networks
  • Understanding of NFPA70-79, CE, ANSI-RAI R15.06, stop distance calculations
  • Configuring machine vision systems
  • Solidworks or equivalent CAD experience
  • Knowledge and experience with the application of statistical tools and LEAN is desired

Education:

Bachelor of Science in Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Science, or similar with a minimum of 4 years' experience or a Master's degree in the Engineering Field with 2 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Computer Skills

Proficient with basic office applications such as Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, Excel, and Word.

Proficient with PLC programming software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Journeyman electrical license preferred.

Travel

Travel between assigned WA sites (Renton and Sumner), adjusted based on business needs.

Working Conditions

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

While performing typical duties of this job, production employees will experience the conditions noted below. PPE is provided to protect employees against physical harm or hazards in the workplace environment.

Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature-controlled.

Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.

Exposure to hazardous equipment.

Exposure to contaminants.

Shared workspaces with other employees.

Requires handing objects of up to 50 lbs.

Lifting pushing, pulling, and bending.

Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift and overtime).

About Us

For over 30 years SEKISUI Aerospace has been designing, testing, and manufacturing composite products for the aerospace industry. With complete customer satisfaction as our focus and through the relentless efforts of our skilled employees, SEKISUI Aerospace has achieved and continues to maintain an unequaled level of performance.

Our consistent delivery of high-quality products demonstrates our intent, integrity, and dedication to our customers and to our reputation as a manufacturer. We will continue to insert intelligent automation into our manufacturing facilities, which will continue to drive the future of flight well into the next century.

Learn more about us here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/about

View all our job postings here: https://www.sekisuiaerospace.com/careers

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required.

Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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.

People with Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

Please call if you need an accommodation:

Renton Operations, Corporate Headquarters: 425-235-2750

Sumner Operations: 253-863-7868

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government's E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire's completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification within three days of starting employment. For information regarding E-Verify, visit the E-Verify site.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a "U.S. Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. *120.15 is required. "U.S. Person" includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.

Pay

SEKISUI Aerospace is required by Washington law to include the salary range for this role when hiring a Washington resident. Pay ranges may be higher or lower for non-resident WA employees, based on the market data for their region, allowing us to pay employees competitively in different geographic markets.

Please note that the base salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Base salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Our Values

The employees of SEKISUI Aerospace enjoy what we do and are dedicated to our seven corporate values. We promise to hold ourselves to these high standards and seek co-workers who are willing to join us in this task.



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