Lead Electrical Controls Engineering Technician - Oral Care

We are looking for an Engineering Technician with Electrical Controls experience to join our 1st shift team here at our Oral Care Plant located in Grand Rapids, MI!

• The purpose of the Engineering Technician is to troubleshoot, service and repair automation systems, computerized systems, and robotic work cells. These devices and systems include automated controls, robotic assembly devices and computer-controlled systems across the site. This position provides mentoring and technical direction to technicians responsible for industrial machine repair and equipment within the facilities. This Engineering Technician is also required to develop, design, implement and validate equipment changes / modifications and/or installation of new equipment.  Lastly, this technician will be responsible for the development of the Electrical Apprenticeship program by training applicable associates as well as making recommendations to improve On-the-Job Training.

• Perform routine and emergency diagnostic checks, monitoring, and repairs on automated systems. If a problem occurs, the technician will troubleshoot the issue and determine whether the problem is mechanical, electrical, or from the computer systems controlling the process. Once the issue has been diagnosed, the technician shall repair or replace any necessary components, such as a sensor or electrical wiring.
• Troubleshoot, service, and repair the computerized systems and robotic devices that are designed to reduce human interaction.
• Troubleshoot control systems such as PLC programs, motor VFD's and other electronic components.
• Troubleshoot, Modify, and Maintain a variety of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
• Assist on shift and off shift as needed with controls program logic and automation.
• Knowledgeable of all different electrical power profiles and be able to troubleshoot effectively.
• Create, organize, and maintain documentation related to aforementioned items, including creating and updating prints, schematics, and PLC programs.
• Provide instructions and guidance to ensure that Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety standards are adhered to. 
• Ensure daily housekeeping and safety activity compliance. 
• Develop, train, and support the electrical apprenticeship program.
• Works with engineers on capital projects and related activities including equipment installation, qualifications, and risk assessments.
• Assists in developing PM’s and complete safety/quality audits as required.
• Continuously looks for and helps to implement improvements to improve productivity, quality, and reduce costs.
• Performs normal machine repair as required.
• Provide mentoring and technical direction to maintenance and operations team.

• High School Degree or equivalent
• 5-8 years’ experience in a maintenance or engineering role servicing industrial equipment
• DOL Electrical Journeyman Certificate, MI Licensed Journeyman or Master Electrician
• PLC programming and troubleshooting of programs
• Electrical and PLC documentation reading and writing.
• Safe working knowledge related to electrical and mechanical activities
• Computer Applications knowledge for Microsoft Word and Excel applications
• Training in electrical, electronics and programmable logic controllers, variable frequency drives, and motion control.
• Beckhoff Automation PLC and HMI experience
• Robotics working knowledge (i.e. Fanuc)
• Demonstrated experience in vision inspection systems (Cognex, Keyence, etc.)
• AutoCAD software experience.
• Knowledge of FDA Rules and Regulations