Shop Controls Engineer

Company: Austal
Location: Mobile
Posted on: January 25, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description

Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932.

Austal shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR - - 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. Austal's commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

REPORTS TO: Production Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Responsible for operations, procedures, systems, techniques, and equipment related to CNC and production machine controls.
* Coordinates with production and works effectively with regulatory bodies and/or customer representatives as needed.
* Works with machine and weld operators as needed to support production.
* Responsible for ensuring control system equipment is programed and configured to support production processes and output of friction stir welding machinery and automated panel line machinery including but not limited to PLCs and HMIs.
* Responsible for troubleshooting and testing of automation and control equipment to ensure it meets production standards
* Supports some machine maintenance activities

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

* Successful completion of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related degree (At time of hire).
* Zero (0) to Two (2) years of automation and controls experience in a shop environment.
* Experience or coursework with PLCs and HMIs.
* Experience or coursework with the Windows Server environment.
* Ability to work in the field environment
* Strong troubleshooting skills
* Excellent written and oral communication skills
* Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines
* Ability to interact with production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.
* Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.
* Preferred
* Specific knowledge related to the following:
* Siemens PCS7 or other integrated automation platform
* Siemens SIMATIC variable speed drives
* Windows Server Domain management including DNS, Active Directory, and Group Policy


* Knowledge in construction of US Navy vessels
* Knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)
* Knowledge of automated welding and welding standards

ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES:

All candidates must meet Austal USA's basic employment eligibility guidelines:

* The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.
* 18 years or older at time of application
* Fully vaccinated for COVID-19
* Able to provide proof of US Person status (permanent resident or citizen)
* No felony convictions of theft/deception or violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
* No felony convictions of drug crimes within three years from disposition date
* Willing to submit to a drug screen
* Willing to submit to a background check

TOOLS:

* Computer - MS Office, AutoCAD

LIAISES WITH: Engineers, Production Management, Machine Operators, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppliers

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly exposed to humid conditions, bright flashing lights, moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, outside weather conditions, and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles at or below the PEL, toxic or caustic chemicals, and heat and cold. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud, + 90 dB.

SAFETY

Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.

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