Come join our data-driven journey at Fort Wayne Metals as we continue to develop and deploy I4.0 initiatives. Fort Wayne Metals specializes in providing wires, cables, composites, and assemblies used in life-improving medical devices. It's quite possible that either you, a loved one, or a friend has benefited from a medical device containing our products, making our work that much more fulfilling and meaningful.

In our Advanced Manufacturing Department, we are actively building custom web-based interfaces and collecting data from hundreds of equipment in our clean, climate-controlled facilities. Our group has experience in successfully networking hundreds of PLCs from many different platforms and pulling data from devices via Ethernet/IP, MTConnect, OPC/UA, MQTT, Modbus/TCP, RS-485, and RS-232 protocol through our KepServerEX OPC platform. 

We are looking for someone with a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or a related field. At least two years of experience in manufacturing automation and robotic technology is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize MQTT, RS485, RS232, Modbus TCP, MT Connect, and Ethernet IP OPC to establish robust connections between machines for seamless data collection.
• Diagnose and resolve issues related to data collection.
• Program and distribute Network Address Translation (NAT) routers to enhance network security and manage communication between internal and external devices.
• Maintain the IP assignments of all connected equipment/devices, ensuring proper configuration and addressing to facilitate smooth communication.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including software developers, electrical engineers, and maintenance personnel, to achieve integrated and efficient data collection solutions.
• Take the lead on scheduling the installation of hardware components, coordinating with relevant teams and ensuring timely and efficient deployment.
• Update programming on PLCs to support enhanced data collection capabilities and determine tag addressing for relevant information within the PLC programming.

From fitness centers and wellness coaches to 401k and tuition reimbursement, we invest in a long list of benefits because we recognize the value our employees bring to the organization.

There are many reasons to apply for this position, and these are just a few. Join us!

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Fort Wayne Metals Research Products, LLC is proud to be committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Fort Wayne Metals is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination.

Fort Wayne Metals Research Products LLC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview process, or to perform essential job functions, please contact Accessibility@fwmetals.com.

This job position may require access to controlled technology or technical data; applicant must be a candidate for export licensing and willing to participate in export licensing, if required.