Control and Automation Engineer

Job Title: Control & Automation Engineer III

About the Organization:

Our colleagues client, based in Buffalo, N.Y., is a leading, award-winning contract manufacturer of single-use medical devices, serving the global marketplace for more than 40 years. With manufacturing locations in the U.S., Ireland, and Mexico, this privately held company provides innovative technical solutions and manufacturing services for leading Fortune 500 med-tech companies and high potential start-ups. The mission is to change the lives of patients, employees, and the communities in which we work.

Apply knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and computer engineering theory and methods to the design of automation, intelligent systems, smart devices, or industrial systems control by performing the following duties.

Job Duties:

• Design, develop, and test all aspects of control systems and components, equipment, and machinery.
• Responsible for the installation and operational qualification of tools/jigs, equipment, control systems, PLC-based hardware and software, plus all associated documentation at all facility locations.
• Use computer-assisted engineering, design software, and equipment to perform assignments.
• Apply principles and techniques of electrical/mechanical engineering to accomplish goals.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain products/equipment.
• Train employees, identify, analyze, and repair product failures, order and replace parts as needed.
• Determine and recommend which products or services best fit the project needs.
• Demonstrate core values of honesty, integrity, and respect.
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

Impact:

• Provide daily maintenance in specialized areas requiring a multi-disciplinary technical understanding for complex troubleshooting, modification, assembly, and/or testing.
• Communicate with Plant Engineering Manager to gain approval/escalate necessary changes for plant maintenance.
• Work is generally independent and collaborative.