Shape Process Automation, a SHAPE Technologies Group (“SHAPE”) company is a global, high-tech engineering and process automation provider. We develop integrated manufacturing strategies and industrial automation solutions for Tier I and Tier II suppliers and beyond. Our comprehensive approach and the passionate team behind it are how we’re redefining manufacturing with robotic automation.

We take a holistic view of clients’ manufacturing operations, designing and implementing the right production strategies and solutions to meet their needs.

Why work for Shape Process Automation?

Be a part of a unique group of people who not only love what they do but love the technology. Our team is comprised of talented individuals who have purpose, creativity, and passion. Our global presence, products, and people are expanding the definition of possible, connecting customers and emerging markets to the manufacturing processes of tomorrow.

We are committed to the professional growth and personal well-being of our team. We offer a competitive benefits package to help meet your financial, physical, and emotional needs. Our benefits programs are designed to support the growth of individuals, allowing team members to focus on Company vision and be fully engaged both at work and at home.

Together, we tackle the toughest manufacturing challenges and drive industry innovation. But the most important common thread binding our teams is a shared, genuine passion to help our customers achieve greatness.

Job Description:

The Controls Engineer, engineers and designs all controls system hardware aspects, provides innovative solutions, and delivers best-in-class systems for Shape Process Automation customers. This position requires positive motivated team members working together with a “whatever it takes” attitude and commitment to excellence.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Execute controls design process according to Engineering process workflow.
• Participate in project kickoff meetings and support project managers on timing, budget, scope, and information required to successfully start the project.
• Review and understand project requirements, including any supporting information and any available standards/specifications to ensure complete and accurate deliverables to the customer.
• Investigate equipment that will be purchased from third parties which may include writing clear specifications for this equipment if necessary.
• Work with project management and purchasing to identify and procure “long lead” items (those with delivery timing of 6 weeks or more).
• Create control approval drawings according to the project schedule.
• Design, detail, and check (as needed) according to project schedule.
• Release complete and accurate drawing packages including BOM’s, to ensure a smooth transition to project management, purchasing, manufacturing, and integration.
• Support project management and engineering manager with ECN process as needed to manage expectations and impact to budget and timing when outside of original project scope.
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner with all team members.
• Support controls Integration and controls software groups during installation and start-up.
• Receive and update controls hardware redlines and update before system shipment.
• Become proficient at understanding the requirements of ANSI/RIA 15.06-2012 Safety Standards and applying them to the project applications and design considerations.
• Participate in internal risk assessment for assigned projects.
• Participate in supporting engineering documentation and project deliverables to customers according to project timing.
• Occasionally required to participate in reviewing and supporting sales and proposal process as assigned by engineering manager.
• Occasional travel required within North America (less than 10%).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent work experience with a minimum of 8 years in controls hardware design of Robotic and Automation Systems.
• Proven track record managing all controls and hardware aspects of engineering projects.
• Experience in AutoCAD design software.
• Experience in designing systems controlled with various controllers and devices: PLCs (Allen Bradley and Siemens), Safety Controllers (SICK, PILZ), HMI, and KAREL controlled.
• Familiar with electrical codes: NFPA 70 National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, ANSI/RIA R15.06-2012 Robot Systems Safety requirements.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to organize and be flexible in addressing customer inquiries (“what if” scenarios) and support potential ECNs with Engineering Manager and Project management.
• Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects while still maintaining accuracy.
• Must have excellent computer knowledge of most Microsoft Office software.

Physical requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the industrial facility.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.