Controls, Instrumentation and Automation Engineer
Job Title: Control, Instrumentation and Automation (CIA) Engineer
Summary: A control, instrumentation, and automation engineer (CIA engineer) is responsible for designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment which is used to monitor and control engineering systems
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
To ensure that the systems and processes operate effectively, efficiently, and safely.
Thorough understanding of the operational processes of an organization and have a truly multidisciplinary role working closely with fellow employees across many different functions, including operating, purchasing, and design
Designing and developing new control systems: Modbus communication, Ethernet, DH& DH+, Device Net, Control Net, TCP/IP Integration party components: Laser sensors, Camera System Components, Proximity Switches, Mechanical Switches
Develop specific control disciplines such as APC, DCS, PLC, and SCADA
Maintaining and modifying existing systems
Working collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, purchasers and other internal staff
Project management within cost and time constrained environments
Trouble shooting and problem solving
Understanding and ensuring compliance with the health and safety regulations and quality standards
Providing advice and consultancy support
Advising on purchasing equipment
Writing simply computer software
Accepting responsibility and a level of accountability commensurate with the seniority of the position
Establishing wiring design and cabinet layout and installation of cabinet components (relays, terminal strips, surge suppressor, PLC components, Power Supply, etc., Fiber Optic Termination, CAT 5 and CAT 6)
Familiarity with PLC platforms such as: Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc, Siemens, Direct Automation
Other
Qualifications:
Knowledge of CAD
Previous experience with robotic controls
Experience with Solid Works
Education and/or
Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university in Electrical Computer, or Mechanical Engineering, Undergraduate projects in automation a plus. 1-5 years' experience desired.
Computer Skills:
Must be very capable for MS Office Suite of products. Ideal candidate would also be familiar with various methods of robotic automation, single and multi-axis linear actuated robotic transfer systems.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures. Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations. Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities. Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Puts success of team above own interests. Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Reasoning Skills:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary: A control, instrumentation, and automation engineer (CIA engineer) is responsible for designing, developing, installing, managing and/or maintaining equipment which is used to monitor and control engineering systems
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
To ensure that the systems and processes operate effectively, efficiently, and safely.
Thorough understanding of the operational processes of an organization and have a truly multidisciplinary role working closely with fellow employees across many different functions, including operating, purchasing, and design
Designing and developing new control systems: Modbus communication, Ethernet, DH& DH+, Device Net, Control Net, TCP/IP Integration party components: Laser sensors, Camera System Components, Proximity Switches, Mechanical Switches
Develop specific control disciplines such as APC, DCS, PLC, and SCADA
Maintaining and modifying existing systems
Working collaboratively with design engineers, operation engineers, purchasers and other internal staff
Project management within cost and time constrained environments
Trouble shooting and problem solving
Understanding and ensuring compliance with the health and safety regulations and quality standards
Providing advice and consultancy support
Advising on purchasing equipment
Writing simply computer software
Accepting responsibility and a level of accountability commensurate with the seniority of the position
Establishing wiring design and cabinet layout and installation of cabinet components (relays, terminal strips, surge suppressor, PLC components, Power Supply, etc., Fiber Optic Termination, CAT 5 and CAT 6)
Familiarity with PLC platforms such as: Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc, Siemens, Direct Automation
Other
Qualifications:
Knowledge of CAD
Previous experience with robotic controls
Experience with Solid Works
Education and/or
Experience:
Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university in Electrical Computer, or Mechanical Engineering, Undergraduate projects in automation a plus. 1-5 years' experience desired.
Computer Skills:
Must be very capable for MS Office Suite of products. Ideal candidate would also be familiar with various methods of robotic automation, single and multi-axis linear actuated robotic transfer systems.
Competencies:
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures. Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations. Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities. Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Puts success of team above own interests. Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce. Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Adapts strategy to changing conditions. Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions. Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.
Reasoning Skills:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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