Position Summary:

The Industrial Automation Engineer designs, programs, tests, and maintains computerized control systems, robots, and automated machinery used in manufacturing and production lines. Their primary goal is to make industrial processes faster, safer, and more reliable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Programming Controllers:

Write and update code for Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Programmable Automation Controllers (PACs) using ladder logic or structured text.

System Integration:

Connect plant machinery, sensors, actuators, and robotic arms so they communicate smoothly via industrial networks.

Interface Design:

Build Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) dashboards for operators to monitor equipment.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance:

Diagnose root causes of equipment failures, fix software or hardware glitches, and minimize factory downtime.

Commissioning:

Test new systems through Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) before full production rollout.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

Hardware & Software:

Proficiency with PLC platforms (such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Modicon) and

HMI/SCADA

software.

Technical Knowledge:

Understanding of electrical schematics, pneumatics, motion control, and industrial communication protocols (like Ethernet/IP or Modbus).

Education:

A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or mechatronics.

Problem Solving:

Strong analytical abilities to optimize live production environments and handle complex automated hardware. Educational Requirements /

Experience:

• A degree in mechanical or industrial engineering is preferred; or equivalent work experience with a minimum of 10 years of experience in supporting electronic manufacturing operations with some degree of supervisory or project leadership responsibility over technical support personnel.
• Must possess in-depth knowledge of various machine and PLC program languages.
• Must be able to set up and utilize various machine shop tools.
• Ability to work without close supervision in a self-directed environment across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to work systematically in a fast-paced repetitive production environment.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills and have an above-average ability to comprehend and follow detailed procedures and instructions.
• Demonstrate patience and the ability to interact well with others while under pressure.
• Knowledge of the following equipment used in the electronics manufacturing industry: Reflow ovens Radial insertion Axial and DIP insertion Silicone coating conveyor system Automated wire cutter and stripper Solder waves Surface mount (Screen printer, GSM, Advantis SB Lightning) Conformal coating application Various Auto-motion applications

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Everbrite, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Ability to

Commute:

Chanute, KS 66720 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Chanute, KS 66720: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person