Automation Controls Engineer

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Automation Controls Engineer, Armtec Defense Technologies

Armtec Defense Technologies (Armtec) is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG), an industry leader in aerospace and defense products and services. Armtec is comprised of three business units producing subcomponents for ordnance in Coachella, CA; decoy countermeasure flares in Camden AR; and radar countermeasure chaff in Lillington NC. At Armtec, we welcome skilled and enthusiastic people who share our determination and high standards to join us in our mission-critical work supporting the US and allied war-fighters who serve us all by defending democracy and protecting freedom. This position is staffed in Coachella, at Armtec’s world-class, sole-source production facility for felted fiber nitrocellulose combustible cartridge cases for medium and large caliber military ammunition; and pyrophoric payloads for training grenades.

Company Profile

Company: Armtec Defense Technologies is an operating unit of the TransDigm Group (NYSE: TDG).
Industry: Manufacturing Combustible Ordnance and Countermeasures

Job Overview

Title: Automation Controls Engineer
Job Family: Engineers
Reports to: Program Engineer
Works with: Mid-level managers and supervisors, peer engineers and technicians, and suppliers.
Location: Coachella, California
Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

Armtec Automation Controls Engineers play a pivotal role in revolutionizing manufacturing processes by designing, programming, and optimizing automation equipment. They lead the charge in automation projects, ensuring seamless integration and troubleshooting any challenges that arise while maintaining stringent safety standards. They approach challenges with a problem-solving mindset, always seeking solutions rather than limitations, and excel at leveraging external resources to overcome obstacles and achieve project goals. With a keen problem-solving mindset, they continuously seek opportunities to enhance efficiency through automation and harness the power of data visualization to drive informed decision-making.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead automation projects from conception to completion, including identifying opportunities, making cost estimates, developing requirements, creating drawings and other documentation, engaging internal and external resources, ensuring crisp project execution, conducting rigorous acceptance testing, and streamlining transition into production.
• Design, build, wire, and program control panels.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, contributing to their growth and development.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies, exploring their potential applications within the industry.
• Create dynamic dashboards to visualize process data, empowering decision-makers with actionable insights.
• Provide support for production operations, potentially on weekends and evenings, ensuring continuous operation and timely resolution of issues.
• Demonstrate adaptability and resourcefulness to ensure project success, even if it means personally wiring panels themselves.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards and adhere to Armtec’s business conduct policies at all times.

Qualifications:

• Proven track record of deploying automated control systems in manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in Ladder Logic programming (prefer RSLogix 500, and Studio 5000, Cscape and Mesoft GX Series Works2, GX Developer, Connected Components Workbench)
• Proficiency with HMI development (prefer Factory Talk View Studio, C-More, and Maple)
• Strong troubleshooting abilities for both AC and DC electrical equipment and circuits.
• Expertise in creating precise electrical schematics and control system diagrams. Autocad Electrical experience is preferred.
• Familiarity with Allen Bradley PLCs and HMI panels Hardware, with a preference for hands-on experience.
• Experience with Industrial networks, SCADA systems, (Cognex Vision Insight Explorer), and servo / vfd Controllers is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with electrical requirements for hazardous locations.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills are essential for effective collaboration and client engagement.

Armtec Competencies

• Demonstrate ability in the Armtec competencies as an employee: customer focus, ethics and values, problem solving, integrity and trust, functional/technical skills, listening, action-oriented, composure and values diversity.

Education & Professional Work Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in robotics, electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline with 5+ years of automation engineering experience required.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• To conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorization from the U.S. Government

Work Hours
4/10 workweek
To Apply
Please apply on-line on the Armtec Career Website, www.armtecdefense.com
Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Protected Vet

Salary Range: $68,432 - $119,168/Annual

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous company contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA - Medical & Dependent Care)
• Life and Accident Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Parent Leave Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vacation
• Sick Leave
• Holidays (9 paid holiday including holiday shutdown weeks in July and December)
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition Assistance

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