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We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever made— making us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base. \n\nSUMMARY OF POSITION\nThe Controls Hardware Engineer individual will work with a cross functional team to design automation control systems that meet customer requirements, budget, and schedule. The individual will assume a lead role in the hardware design process. The individual will manage project HW budget, schedule, and design implementation. The individual will size and specify all power distribution, motion, and PLC control components. \n\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nThis document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.\nWork with mechanical design team to ensure proper sizing of motors and drives, sensor selection, and space constraints.\nUtilize AutoCAD Electrical to build out electrical schematics.\nManage the hardware specification, wiring diagrams, and installation of the automation systems.\nProvide direction on implementing wiring plan to electricians for panel build and field wiring. \nResponsible for providing all necessary information to the installation team to facilitate and expedite a quality installation of the control system. \nCoordinates and provides direction to equipment vendors regarding electrical hardware, design, and installation schedules. \nUtilize engineering knowledge to effectively communicate with customers and suppliers.\nAssist in the development of company standards to ensure consistency in project execution.\nProvides recommendations to improve metrics designed to enhance operation efficiencies.\nAny additional duties as reasonably assigned by management.\n\nREQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE\nAny combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:\nThis position must meet Export Control Compliance requirements, therefore a \"US Person\" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required.\nBA or BS degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering. \nMinimum of 2+ years’ experience in control system electrical design.\n5+ years’ experience with designing servo-controlled motion applications.\nExperience with Aerospace Automated Equipment integration is preferred.\nWorking knowledge of AutoCAD (AutoCAD Electrical preferred). \nExperience in controls hardware design, with any of the following PLCs: Allen Bradley, Siemens a plus.\n\nPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS\nExcellent troubleshooting skills and root cause analysis capabilities. \nAbility to organize and maintain effective inventory.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills. \nStrong knowledge of electrical power and distribution systems. \nStrong Computer skills and experience with MS Office Products and AutoCAD. \nAbility to analyze production specifications and integrate into electrical design with correct components.\nProficient in MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Project.\n\nTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS\nUp to 10%.\nTravel is primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require more out-of-the-area and overnight travel.\n\nWORKING CONDITIONS\nWorking conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee daily while performing the functions of this job.\nWhile performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, and airborne particles.\nTypically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation.\nMay access and work in the manufacturing plant.\nThe employee may be exposed to vibration.\nThe employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.\nMay be required to travel to other site locations during the workday.\nMay be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands.\nWork with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.\nKnows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area.\n\nPHYSICAL DEMANDS\nThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.\nMust be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.\nMust be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms. \nMust be able to frequently walk & stand for short periods of time.\nMust be able to lift and move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and move objects up to 35lbs.\n\nBENEFITS\nMedical Insurance\nDental Insurance\nVision Insurance\nShort- and Long-Term Disability Insurance\nLife Insurance \nAD&D Insurance\nPTO\n401k Match\n\nSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS\nEmployment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.\nThis position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').\nAscent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free +1 586-726-0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.\n\nNo Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors \nPlease note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. 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