Biomedical - Biotechnology, Electrical - Control Systems, Electrical Engineering, Operations
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Integrated DNA Technologies
ID 2019-4800 Job Locations US-IA-CoralvilleCategory Engineering # of Openings 1 Posted Date 13 hours ago Shift/Schedule M-F 40 Hour Week (United States of America)
Overview
The Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, development and upgrade of machine controls for a diverse array of custom DNA manufacturing equipment in a high throughput biology manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
Under supervision, participates in the design and planning of control systems to support DNA production and research activities including the following:
Works closely with customers and product development teams to identify and document testable design requirements.
Programs PLC, HMIs, controls hardware, and other manufacture-specific programming software as needed.
Works in the lab to assemble, test and optimize prototype design work.
Select electrical components for designs of electrical control panels, safety subsystems, ect. in compliance with design standards including CE, UL, NEC, NFPA codes.
Develops electrical system designs including the following: Electrical schematics, panel layouts, and product bill of materials. These would be documented in CAD or CAD Electrical.
Develops test plans, tests, and writes reports for control systems.
Works closely and in conjunction with other project teams on other development, documentation, assembly, and support services as needed.
Participates in periodic project reviews to keep projects on track and provides reports to managers
Demonstrates behavior consistent with the Integrated DNA Technologies Core Values.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education(one of the following required):
Bachelors in Engineering
Associates Degree with 3 years of direct work experience in programming PLC's
Minimum of 5 years of experience performing controls and automation work
Professional Experience:
CAD drafting experience preferred
PLC programming experience preferred
Other Job Qualifications
Works without constant supervision.
General programming familiarity is preferred
Excellent communication skills; promotes and participates in project collaboration.
Highly organized with the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.
Strong analytical skills.
Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
Ability to maintain both a high standard of courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co-workers.
Adaptability to situations requiring the precise attainment of set limits, tolerances or standards.
Physical Requirements:
Exert up to 20 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs. of force frequently
Visual Requirements:
Work requires close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to read pertinent printed material and distinguish colors.
Ability to accurately read measurements on equipment.
Ability to prepare and read written documentation; use of computer.
Integrated DNA Technologies is an equal employment and affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
