Job description
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
Let's simplify it… think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyer belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?
WHAT TO EXPECT
As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Siloam Springs, AR plant, you will be an Electrical/Controls Engineer.
- Reports directly to site Engineering Manager and will work with a team of electrical and mechanical engineers on various capital projects involving machine design, modification, and support. This Electrical/Controls Engineer role is a very much hands-on with involvement in new machine installs, process improvements, and special projects.
Key responsibilities (to name a few):
- Use electrical and controls knowledge to design, build, test, and troubleshoot controls systems to support manufacturing processes.
- Provide advisory support to maintenance in the areas of troubleshooting and diagnostic evaluation of production equipment.
- Update control system prints of existing equipment to match current conditions.
- Use skills and experience to enhance existing controls and develop new controls and logic programming to support manufacturing.
- Assist in the development of upgrade plans for existing equipment.
- Program Manufacturing Equipment with PLCs, HMI, Database interfaces.
- Consult and work with various technical evaluations of potential suppliers and vendors to assist with the selection process
ABOUT YOU
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (or related Engineering field) At least 3 years of specific experience in electrical controls design and support.
- Proficient in writing and modifying Allen Bradley PLC ladder logic programs, DC drive controllers, and variable frequency drive controllers. BSEE, BSEET or other Engineering degree preferred.
- Experience with Mitsubishi PLCs and Kawasaki robotics a plus.
- Knowledge of SQL, Wonderware, and Ignition development programming.
- Proficient in electrical CAD design and documentation using AutoCAD and/or Solidworks Electrical.
- Manufacturing equipment electrical design, interface, and integration experience is required.
- Strong computer, math, and statistics skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
While we expect the best we also want to give you the best. That's why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of 'Dress for your Day' (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
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