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SUMMARY:

Justrite Safety Group is looking for an Automation Specialist for their Wellsburg, WV and/or Mattoon, IL operations. The engineer will provide a key role in the implementation and integration of automation projects across several manufacturing plants in the U.S. This person will work with a team to design, fabricate, and install small and large automation projects in the field of medium manufacturing. This person will report directly to the VP of Engineering

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In this role you will design and complete medium to high level manufacturing automation engineering projects to meet business objectives, along with providing support in the field.
• You will be responsible for design, development, and support of new and existing electrical designs in all types of manufacturing processes and methods. This involves planning, engineering, fabrication, and implementation.
• Research, evaluate and recommend new technologies and vendors, while assisting in the fabrication and assembly of automation projects to ensure projects conform to business and operational needs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. In Electrical Engineering/Mechatronics Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of industrial automation/electrical engineering design experience (PLC, Control Systems, Solid State Circuitry, VFD drives and related communication devices).
• Intermediate to advanced skill with AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent & MS Office.
• Working knowledge of robotics and downstream automated processes is a plus.
• Practical knowledge of industrial controls including power distribution, 120/240vac controls, 24vdc sensor type devices and 240-480V 3-phase motors and controls, variable speed drives, instrumentation,
• Proficient with PLC programming and HMI programming software, including the ability to create new programs using Allen Bradley or equivalent controls.
• Familiarity in NEC regulatory requirements to perform hands on fabrication, assembly, and implementation.
• Self-motivation and the ability to work with a team and/or contractors to obtain specific automation goals and requirements.
• Moderate travel will be required.

BENEFITS:

We offer excellent comprehensive benefits that include:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
• Health Care Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off including vacation & personal time
• 401K – with company match. Both pretax and Roth options available
• Company paid Short Term Disability
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Wellness Program

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)