Senior Controls Software Engineer

Overview

AMT is making headlinesas one of the fastest-growing automation integrators in the industry. As a result of this growth, we are adding to our senior engineering team. We are looking for talented Controls Software Engineers who enjoy thinking outside the box to solve practical problems with no standard solution. The projects we work on offer diverse experiences that strengthen and challenge individual and team skills and require innovative solutions. We value creativity, assertiveness, quick thinking, and a general love for solving automation challenges.

What You’ll Do:

• Conceptualize, design, and program controls systems including PLC and graphic interface using Allen Bradley software - CompactLogix, ControlLogix, Studio 5000, GuardLogix, and Panelview.
• Provide programming solutions within diverse vertical markets including but not limited to food and beverage, packaging, and warehousing.
• Debug software to get to the root cause of an issue and resolve it.
• Make decisions on robotic controls concepts/interfacing.
• Create and update documentation.
• Mentor junior controls engineers
• Be the lead engineer and point of contact for the customer for technical issues.

We are not able to offer relocation or sponsorship for this position.

What you'll need:

• PLC expertise in Allen Bradley is required(Compact, Control, Guard)
  • Proficiency in Siemens is a plus.
• HMI programming expertise in Allen Bradley is required. (FactoryTalk View ME)
  • Proficiency in Ignition or Siemens is a plus.
• Experience in higher level programming languages is a plus, but not required. (C#, C++, Java, etc.)
• Knowledge of Ethernet based communication protocols. (Ethernet IP, Profinet)
• Familiarity with Variable Frequency Drives (Pwerflex525, Powerflex755, etc.)
• Familiarity with Servo Drives (Kinetix5700, Powerflex527, etc.)
• Proficient robotics skills, primarily FANUC but other brands welcome.
• Experience providing controls solutions for vertical markets such as food and beverage, packaging, warehousing.
• Understanding of various programming standards (GCCS, SICAR, etc.)
• Understanding of Power Distribution systems and the ability interpret electrical schematics.
  • Ability to write machine code from scratch using Sequence of Operations and Electrical Drawings only.
• Ability to work independently at a senior level.
• Ability to foresee and mitigate possible risks.
• Ability to travel to customer site 25% -50%
• Ability to be receptive to alternate ideas and solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent soft skills when working with customers and colleagues.

Why join the AMT Team?

Our business is booming. Be a part of the team and experience the excitement of growth in the fast-paced world of AMRs & robotics. Applied Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) is one of North America’s largest independent automation engineering companies supporting manufacturers, robot companies, systems integrators, line builders, and users of robotic automation worldwide. AMT has doubled its systems business in the last two years in addition to opening a 2nd facility which doubled our production capacity. We plan to build a winning team and provide all the required resources to double it again. AMT scales to any size project quickly with the highest level of technical expertise. Our advantage is as follows:

• We are recognized as a Level 5 Fanuc Integrator and an ABB Solution Provider.
• AMT utilizes OTTO, MiR, and other AMR brands.
• Two facilities with room for growth.
• Over 100 engineers are on our staff specializing in controls, PLC programming, robotics, and electrical engineering.
• AMT in-house System Design experts.
• Onsite Integration Capabilities and Experience.
• On-Time Delivery and Start-up Record.
• Experienced Field Start-up Team.

We are focused on supplying complete automated solutions to a wide range of North American Industries including:

• Robotic Palletizing, Robotic De-palletizing, Robotic Mixed Pallet Build and Robotic Induction.
• AMR integration for material handling.
• Custom robotic solutions for customers that wish to implement automation on large scale over several facilities.
• General Industry: Thermoforming, Textile, Alternative Energy, Consumer Products, Medical Device, Aerospace, Consumer Electronics.

At AMT we are experienced in advanced material handling applications and solutions including:

• Palletizing & De-palletizing
• Autonomous Mobil Robotics
• Collaborative robot applications
• 3D Bin Picking
• Vision Technologies & A.I.
• Advanced Material Handling