Manufacturing Automation Engineer - Wieland

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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

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Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Manufacturing Automation Engineer. The manufacturing automation engineer will be responsible for researching, developing, designing and testing electrical components, equipment and systems, troubleshoots and programs, Siemens PLC's and other machine controls.

At the production site in Pine Hall, which was acquired by Wieland in 2010, copper tubes are produced in straight lengths and in coils which are then processed into smooth and innergrooved tubes. The site thus offers the full range of internally finned and smooth copper tubes.

This role is located in Pine Hall, NC and will be fully on-site.

Manufacturing Automation Engineer Responsibilities:

• Configuration, Programming and troubleshooting of SIMATIC controllers S7-1200, S7-1500, S7-300 and S7-400
• Configuration, programming and troubleshooting Siemens HMI’s using Simatic WinCC flexible/classic
• Configuration, programming and troubleshooting Siemens Variable frequency drives using Siemens Starter drives commissioning tool
• Configuration, Programming and troubleshooting of IBA PDA Analyzer system
• Reviews and comprehends project instructions, manuals and blueprints to ascertain specifications, procedures, objectives, nature of technical problem, and possible solutions
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks
• Making sure projects meet electrical and construction safety regulations
• Assists maintenance in trouble shooting, repairs, and training, provides engineering information by answering questions and requests
• On call status required when needed during times of emergencies or adverse conditions

Manufacturing Automation Engineer Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent from four-year college or technical school or three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience designing and developing mechatronic systems 
• 5+ years of controls engineering design/programming experience preferred
• Functional knowledge in Siemens Step 7 PLC and HMI programming systems
• Experience with MS Office, MS Server, Industrial networking and data base development a plus
• Knowledge of Brands other than Siemens (such as Allen-Bradley) drive systems, motions controls and vision systems a plus
• Knowledge with other programming languages such as VBS, VBA, C#, Microsoft Visual Studio a plus
• Office and production environment involving administrative and computer activitie
• Periods of walking, negotiating stairs, ladders, elevated catwalks, bending, stooping, reaching and lifting, in cold and hot environments

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.