Factory Automation Engineer - Onsite

Title: Factory Automation Engineer - Onsite







Mandatory skills:




hardware, software, electrical systems,
CAN logs, diagnose machine, Electrical engineering, electronic engineering,
device connectivity, industrial networking, protocols, OPC, OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, RFID,
building custom tooling, Construction, Forestry vehicle systems,
Factory Automation, FA, controls engineering, Electrical machine controls design, Programmable Logic Controller, PLC programming,
Industrial Robotics programming, Electrical and Product Test System design, PC programming,
manufacturing, materials processes, process systems,
feasibility testing, drafting, technical support, inspections, contract management




Description:




Major Purpose

Provides assistance with Factory Automation (FA) engineering processes. Performs basic tasks using existing procedures for specific controls engineering (e.g. Electrical machine controls design; Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming; Industrial Robotics programming; Electrical and Product Test System design, PC programming) assignments. At this level, projects are of limited scope and responsibility; work plans and decisions are made within established guidelines and reviewed by supervisors and/or managers.

Major Duties

Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the analysis of information and the specification of the methods and process steps, as well as the plant, machinery, and equipment, required to design and continuously improve manufacturing or materials processes and process systems.
Implement feasibility testing of proposed engineering solutions, under supervision, to provide feedback and contribute to validation of the design.
Carry out a range of activities under the guidance of more senior colleagues to support the drafting of engineering standards and specifications and the evaluation of the effectiveness of those standards.
Provide technical support to inspections of the quality of engineering works and/or the integrity of existing installations or structures, and the remedial works needed in accordance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.
Deliver required outcomes by coordinating activities of subcontractors and suppliers and acting as a primary point of contact for them while working within an established contract management plan.
Implement improvements and provide feedback on them. Use change management systems and protocols to provide routine support services.
Help others get the most out of knowledge management systems by offering support and advice.
Support others by carrying out a range of product development and engineering activities, such as analyzing client situations or interpreting data.
Support others by carrying out a range of project management activities.
Develop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an understanding of relevant technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.

Skills, Abilities, Knowledge

Engineering Technology
Engineering Design
Engineering Development
Business Requirements Analysis
Engineering Specification
Engineering Testing
Project Schedule Management
Engineering Build
Engineering Implementation
Engineering Technical Operations Support
Health and Safety
Negotiation
Policy and Regulation
Review and Reporting
Risk Management
Contract Management
Costing and Budgeting Education
Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level

Programming & Test Engineer

Specific Position Requirements

3+ years of experience integrating testing hardware and software in a production environment
3+ years of expert-level experience in controls and electrical systems
2+ years of experience analyzing CAN logs to diagnose machine issues and drive troubleshooting solutions
2+ years of experience with device connectivity, industrial networking, and security, including protocols such as OPC, OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus, and RFID
Proven experience delivering new technology into production environments

Strong communication skills with the ability to:
Collaborate effectively with technical teams at an engineering level
Communicate technical strategy and vision to leadership
Ability to think creatively and develop innovative processes and solutions to complex problems
Experience designing and building custom tooling and test stands
Electrical and/or electronic engineering background
Prior experience with Construction & Forestry vehicle systems

Notes:
Shift 1

Work will be fully onsite



VIVA USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a professional working environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. The Management, contractors, and staff of VIVA USA shall respect others without regard to race, sex, religion, age, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical, mental or sensory disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or status as a Vietnam-era, recently separated veteran, Active war time or campaign badge veteran, Armed forces service medal veteran, or disabled veteran. Please contact us at hr@viva-it.com for any complaints, comments and suggestions.


Contact Details :

Account co-ordinator: Jothimani Natarajan, Phone No : (309) 226-6088, Email: staffing10@viva-it.com


VIVA USA INC.
3601 Algonquin Road, Suite 425
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
staffing10@viva-it.com | http://www.viva-it.com