Responsibilities and Duties
Design and develop control systems for automated machinery and equipment
Conduct system testing and validation procedures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements
Develop and implement software for control systems
Troubleshoot and optimize existing control systems
Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and operation manuals
Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations
Monitor system performance and make necessary adjustments
Train personnel on the use and operation of control systems
Perform regular system maintenance and updates
Integrate new technologies into existing systems
Participate in the commissioning and start-up of new equipment
Provide technical support and expertise to other departments as needed
Analyze data from control systems to improve processes and efficiency
Collaborate with vendors and suppliers for equipment and software purchases
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven experience in controls engineering or similar role
Proficiency in control system design and implementation
Strong understanding of PLCs, DCS, and HMI systems
Skilled in the use of programming languages such as ladder logic, C, or Python
Excellent troubleshooting and diagnostic skills
Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance
Good communication, analytical, and organizational skills and be able to work in a team environment.
Ability to conceive, develop, optimize, maintain and modify electronic/electrical system designs based on requirements.
Ability to provide technical coordination with internal and external suppliers and customers.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in electrical or computer engineering or related field or 5+ years or experience.
Additional Job Details
Technical – T2
Organizational Impact
Works to achieve operational, functional, and/or business targets within team with direct and indirect impact on departmental or job family results, using practical technical principles
Intermediate-level technical contributor; generally works independently under moderate supervision and may seek advice of more senior employees in the same area
Failure to achieve results requires allocation of additional resources to meet goals and impacts project completion with the potential for additional financial expense.
Works on smaller, less complex projects/assignments
Communication & Influence
Communicates with employees typically within the department and/or job family, explaining and interpreting matters related to the department; may communicate with external clients or partners depending upon the job area
May influence employees within own job area at an operational level
Innovation & Complexity
Responsible for making minor improvements to technical/business processes, procedures, or systems to contribute to the performance of the team
Problems faced may be difficult but are not complex, requiring application of technical skills/analysis drawing from prior experiences, and typically involve consideration of multiple issues and impact job family and/or multiple teams
Leadership & Talent Management
May provide guidance, help with training and review work of entry-level employees
May lead parts of less complex projects or processes
Knowledge & Experience
Requires understanding of basic context and practical knowledge of technical and business environment as well as potential and upcoming technical advances within area of specialization, typically obtained through advanced education and relevant experience
Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and minimum 2 years of prior relevant experience
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
- Work Shift Schedule
- First Shift (United States of America)
No Soliciting
Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.
