Controls and Automation (PAC) Engineer - Elsmere - ref. q25036719

Overview:

The Lead Power Automation and Controls (PAC) Engineer/Manager will be a Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) responsible for uptime, continuous improvement, troubleshooting, leading and training operators on all automation equipment within the Chick-fil-A Supply Distribution Warehouse.

This individual will be working with state-of-the-art industrial controls hardware and will be working with a diverse team to help deliver automation processes to the highest standards.

The PAC Engineer will be expected to work in a start-up environment with all types of trades, standing up sophisticated Material Handling Automation Equipment and transition to Site Controls Engineer to manage equipment and support daily Operations.

About Chick-fil-A Supply

A wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, Inc., Chick-fil-A Supply™ is a distribution service provider focused entirely on serving the unique needs of Chick-fil-A restaurants.

Due to steady, year-over-year sales and volume growth, combined with the complexity in our Restaurants, Chick-fil-A Supply supports current and future Restaurant needs through distribution innovation that extends the Chick-fil-A culture of care to those it serves, as well as those it employs.

This subsidiary is in the early stages of development and is a dynamic, fast-paced work environment focused on launching this new service to Restaurants across the nation.

The Chick-fil-A Supply service networks are comprised of two components:

• Distribution Center – State-of-the-art warehouses that house supply for Chick-fil-A restaurants
• Transportation – Growing fleet of delivery vehicles that supply Chick-fil-A restaurants

Benefits:

• Food and Drinks Provided: Free meals, snacks and drinks as part of your workday!
• Generous Paid Time Off:
• PTO: Accrue up to 3 weeks of PTO your first year with immediate access to (40) hours upon hire
• Wellness: (16) hours per year
• Holidays: (7) days per year and (1) floating holiday
• Health Insurance Options: A variety of health insurance options for medical, dental and vision, including a no premium health insurance option for individuals and families
• Retirement: 401k with 5% match for eligible employees
• Education Investment Plan: We offer a $45,000 lifetime maximum benefit for continued education of eligible Team Members!
• Additional Benefits: To help you thrive in all areas of life including emotional, social, physical, financial and spiritual.

Responsibilities:

Business Requirements:

• Strong technical background to help troubleshoot and eliminate complex issues, as well as implement new solutions
• Manage and update key OT equipment in the form of bugs, firmware updates, outages etc
• Manage and coordinate controls hardware upgrades, obsolescence, and failures
• Manage day-to-day Operator teams, training and performance improvement and continuity
• Manage system downtime, integrations, and site escalation for all automation equipment
• Responsible for all PLC, Drive, Decentralized IO module, etc. troubleshooting
• Comfortable with developing code for PLC application in ladder logic, function block or structured text
• Comfortable with troubleshooting and developing visualization screens (HMI’s, Thin Clients, etc.) in FTView Studio, Ignition, etc
• Capable of developing a Root Cause Analysis and drive work in systematic and structured form
• Capable of interfacing with Warehouse Management Systems and/or Manufacturing Execution Systems
• Basic to intermediate understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing Practices

Customer Relations:

• Capable of working with a diverse team to help drive out losses and improve performances. Cross Disciplinary team includes and is not limited to: Industrial Engineers, Operations Managers, Operator Techs, Maintenance Techs, Foods Safety and Environmental Health and Safety
• Capable of leveraging and managing different 3rd party contractors and OEMs
• Possess intimate knowledge of who the customers are and the ability to put others above himself/herself
• Demonstrate the ability to value both relationships and results

Minimum Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience Industrial Controls and Power Systems
• 3+ years of experience in Electrical, Instrumentation and Control systems troubleshooting and maintenance support
• 3+ years of experience in an Automated Manufacturing and/or Distribution environment with the ability to lead people
• 2+ years of experience with project leadership of large capital projects
• Demonstrated experience of Power Automation & Controls tools in an Industrial, Manufacturing and/or Distribution environment
• Capable of learning in a dynamic, complex environment
• Capable of troubleshooting and eliminating losses by analyzing source code and improving through a structured change management process
• Strong leadership, business problem definition, and priority setting skills
• Aptitude for communicating insights and collaborating across teams/organizations
• Physical ability to work on and around industrial equipment, including frequent climbing of stairs
• Experience in dealing with multiple issues and decision-making involving contractors, consultants, engineers, end users, etc
• Excellent business communication and presentation skills
• Ability to effectively coordinate between several vendors, partners, OEM’s and consulting teams
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Technical Skills:

• Intermediate skill with programming in ladder logic, function block and structure text in Rockwell Platforms
• Intermediate skill in developing HMI screens in both FTView Machine Edition and Site Edition platforms
• Intermediate skill in motion control applications: integrating servo drive systems, configuring servo drives, configuring motion profiles, tuning motion applications, and sizing/implementation servo applications
• Basic skill with process controls applications: Opera or PlantPAX design applications, PID tuning and applications, instrumentation calibration and setup (Flow Meters, Scales, Control Valves, Pressure Transducers, Radar, etc.)
• Programming knowledge and experience desired, i.e., Python, LabVIEW, Java, C#, MATLAB, etc
• Basic knowledge of machine safety practices, and capable of executing a risk assessment
• Basic knowledge of national codes not limited to: NFPA 70E, NFPA 79, ISO, OSHA, UL508A, and IEEE
• Intermediate to Expert Understanding of circuit design, derating, and hardware integration
• Understanding of both single phase and 3 phase electrical circuits
• Ability to troubleshoot power failures for both single and three phase circuits; not limited to ground faults, short circuits, open circuits, etc
• Capable of interpreting and analyzing single line diagrams, P&IDs, and equipment electrical prints
• Machine and/or Process Control experience
• Capable of working with different classes of sensors, drives, servos, motors, and controllers in an industrial setting
• Ability to learn Robotics and Industrial Vision to eliminate losses on the floor

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience Industrial Controls and Power Systems
• 5+ years of experience in Electrical, Instrumentation and Control systems troubleshooting and maintenance support
• 5+ years of experience in an Automated Manufacturing or Distribution environment with the ability to lead people
• 5+ years of experience with project leadership of large capital projects
• Demonstrated experience of Power Automation & Controls tools in an Industrial, Manufacturing and/or Distribution environment
• Advanced skill with programming in ladder logic, function block and structure text in Rockwell Platforms
• Advanced skill in developing HMI screens in both FTView Machine Edition and Site Edition platforms
• Capable of managing managed switches and enforcing OT Network best practices
• Advanced skill in motion control applications: integrating servo drive systems, configuring servo drives, configuring motion profiles, tuning motion applications, and sizing/implementation servo applications
• Intermediate skill with process controls applications: Opera or PlantPAX design applications, PID tuning and applications, instrumentation calibration and setup (Flow Meters, Scales, Control Valves, Pressure Transducers, Radar, etc.)
• Intermediate knowledge of machine safety practices, and capable of executing a risk assessment
• Intermediate knowledge of national codes not limited to: NFPA 70E, NFPA 79, ISO, OSHA, UL508A, and IEEE
• Strong Operational and Technical experience in Industrial, Manufacturing and/or Distribution environments
• Familiarity with robotic controllers and applications, and capable of learning up to 6 axis coordinated articulating arms
• Experience driving integrations between Industrial systems and third-party stakeholders

Minimum Years of Experience: 3

Travel Requirements: 15%

Required Level of Education: Bachelor's Degree

Major/Concentration: Related Field

1. 0 or Higher