About Us

WHY WERNER? BECAUSE WE ARE THE PRO'S CHOICE! You will find our market leading products and brands on trucks and job sites all over the world. Focusing on end users' needs drives our success. Our entire product development process—from research to engineering to manufacturing to commercialization—creates products that ensure ease of use, productivity, durability and safety for the end user. On jobsites across America and the world, WernerCo brands are most preferred.

Responsibilities

(Essential Job Functions):

• Diagnose and resolve electrical, electronics, PLC, HMI, Robotic and computer related problems with metals processing equipment
• Upgrade PLC and HMI programming logic and equipment to keep current with technology design or replace obsolete systems
• Read electrical, mechanical drawings and ladder logic for troubleshooting & diagnostics
• Modify PLC, ladder logic and computer programs to enhance equipment
• Perform root cause analysis related to equipment anomalies associated with automation systems and control systems software.
• Design all aspects of safety systems for automation cells (guarding, safety sensors, safety PLC programming, robot safety interface, etc.)
• Responsible for equipment reliability reviews and make recommendation for improvement in equipment efficiency

• Lead/manage projects to investigate, analyze and prepare justifications for the purchase of automation equipment and other capital equipment purchases. Includes developing schedules, budgets, KPI plan, project meetings and updates to team/leadership as necessary.

• Operational knowledge of industrial machinery which includes: hydraulics, pneumatics, motors, pumps, drives, relays, 3 phase power, communication devices, industrial/electronic controls and power transmission systems.
• Will work flexible hours as needed to accomplish required tasks.
• Primarily supports Crystal Lake facility with secondary support of the Juarez, MX facility which may include ~10 – 15% travel as needed.
• Complies with all required PPE and safety policies and regulations.
• Performs all duties as needed and as assigned by management/leadership.

Qualifications

Experience & Education:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or a related field and relevant experience
• 5 years’ experience in an automation controls engineering role
• Strong PLC, CNC, PC and Robotic trouble shooting and problem-solving ability with practical, mechanical & electrical aptitude.
• Experience with robotic programming preferred.
• Hands-on, working knowledge of robotic, automation products, PLCs, etc.

Types of Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software used: Hand and power tools, aerial lift, measurement tools, welders, forklifts. Press brake, Punch Press, Paint, Laser Cutting experience would be beneficial. Must be familiar with Windows based programs, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Project. Must be familiar with PLC and other manufacturing equipment software. SolidWorks experience would be beneficial but not required.

Key Competencies:

• Take direction from written and verbal instructions, e-mail, and voicemail
• Act with a high degree of integrity
• Adaptable, flexible and resourceful
• Proactive and forward thinking

Special Physical Requirements:

• Standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, far and near activity, depth perception, visual accommodation
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
• Inside conditions, noise, and hazards

EEO Statement

WernerCo is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion. WernerCo is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All qualified applicants to WernerCo are considered for employment without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status or any other protected characteristic. WernerCo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind based on these characteristics.