Systems Engineer

Bachelor's degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in Systems Engineering, Industrial Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline. We are looking for a Systems Engineer to support manufacturing automation, robotics, and controls at the Pratt & Whitney manufacturing site in Asheville, NC.

Job Description:
We are looking for a Systems Engineer to support manufacturing automation, robotics, and controls at the Pratt & Whitney manufacturing site in Asheville, NC. The candidate will help establish and implement automation strategies to improve manufacturing performance and support new product development.
Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and execution of manufacturing automation strategies.
• Support automation requirements for new product development.
• Develop and execute manufacturing methods and identify process optimization opportunities.
• Establish and enforce site standards for controls, robotics, and automation.
• Support Ethernet networking and automation network equipment maintenance.
• Troubleshoot hardwired components and resolve technical issues.
• Support automation network installation, configuration, deployment, backup, recovery, and archiving.
• Monitor and troubleshoot automation network performance.
• Deploy and manage cybersecurity firewalls.
• Manage embedded device operating systems.
• Follow standard engineering procedures and maintain technical documentation.
• Work independently under direction and meet project timelines.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent demonstrated experience in Systems Engineering, Industrial Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience with automated systems in manufacturing environments.
• U.S. citizenship is mandatory due to government contract requirements.
• Experience with databases and scripting.
• Knowledge of manufacturing automation, networking, and technical troubleshooting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with controls hardware design, components, and architectures.
• Experience troubleshooting different component manufacturers and applications.
• Knowledge of controls standards and implementation.
• Experience with PLC/system software development and HMI screen development.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, RS Networks, and MS Office.
• Strong communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and team-building skills.