Electrical Controls Engineer - Vision - Verista

Verista’s 600 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a skilled Electrical Controls Engineer to become a member of our design team.  The applicant will be motivated by challenging applications, have tremendous attention to detail, is able to work well in cross-functional teams, and seeks to apply their design skills for solving and implementing our client’s automation problems.

• Will design and install controls systems to be integrated with automated equipment or test stands of intermediate to high complexity.
• Generally, the same individual is responsible for all aspects of automation for assigned project (ability to work independently is a plus).
• Tasks may include: Project Management, Controls System Design, Hardware Design, PLC Design, Operator Interface Design, Start Up, Installation, Service Support.
• Will generate electrical schematics for control systems in drafting software.
• Will develop custom programs and configurations for all projects.
• Will develop, recommend, specify, and test new features for next generation products. 
• Will support and troubleshooting of automated systems, PLC programs, HMIs and vision systems.
• Ability to install panel components, wiring, cabling, sensors, and other discrete devices as needed (hands-on experience is a plus)
• Ability to understand and specify pneumatic components for basic operations.
• Ability to prepare concise technical documentation related to automation functionality.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (Engineering or Scientific). Consideration will be given to applicants in the Electrical Engineering Technology or Computer Engineering Technology fields.  Equivalent experience will be considered.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in controls engineering.
• A thorough knowledge of automation concepts, hardware, control panel design (up to 480VAC) and application of appropriate automation technology is required.
• Ability to create full electrical schematic drawing packages using Draftsight or other drafting software.
• Specification of hardware, including power distribution, controls hardware, sensors, PLCs, communications, safety relays, and signaling.
• Rockwell Automation PLC programming and troubleshooting for Studio 5000 and RS Logix 500.
• Rockwell FactoryTalk View Machine Edition HMI programming (or equivalent).
• Development of bills of material.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Servo control, stepper motion, linear motion, robotic skill is a plus.
• Cognex Insight Programming and Cognex VisionPro programming and integration experience is a plus.
• Visual Basic Scripting for machine vision programming or equivalent programming skill is a plus.
• Exposure to FDA regulated environments including validation experience is a plus.
• Basic understanding of 21 CFR Part 11, GAMP 5, and other regulatory guidance associated with computer/automation-based systems is a plus.

Benefits

Why Choose Verista?

• High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
• Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
• FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
• Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• As Needed Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement

For more information about our company, please visit us at Verista.com

For US geography, the salary range for this position is shown below. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

$80,000-$110,000

*Verista is an equal opportunity employer.