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Looking for a Controls Engineer for Robotics Program with eCommerce Company!
Job Description
Coordinate with controls engineering, hardware engineering, and software engineering teams to develop, implement, test, and debug PLC code for a robotic automation system. Develop automation programs using CodeSys as a development platform, primarily utilizing Structured Text programming language while also supporting other IEC-3 standard programming languages for PLCs.
Responsibilities

• Coordinate with engineering teams for the development and implementation of PLC code for robotic automation systems.
• Develop automation programs using CodeSys, primarily using Structured Text, and support other IEC-3 standard programming languages.
• Perform integration of EtherCAT networked servo drives for synchronized motion execution of multi-axis systems with complex motion profiles using CodeSys.
• Integrate machine I/O devices, including fieldbus devices such as EtherCAT, Ethernet/IP, and IOLink, using CodeSys.
• Develop Human-Machine Interface (HMI) applications utilizing CodeSys HMI features and Allen-Bradley PanelView.
• Develop Functional Safety PLC applications using Bosch Rexroth CtrlX Safety controllers integrated with Bosch Rexroth CtrlX servo drives.
• Employ industry best practices for PLC program development, including variable definition, object-oriented programming, and avoiding race conditions.
• Integrate and test PLC control systems with external software applications via network interfaces using UDP and/or TCP communications or protocols.
  

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in PLC programming and automation.
• Experience with CodeSys and Structured Text.
• Knowledge of EtherCAT and Beckhoff technologies.
• Troubleshooting skills in robotics.
• Understanding of controls engineering.
  

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with IEC-3 standard programming.
• In-depth knowledge of troubleshooting on robots.
• Experience with advanced robotics and motion plans.
  

Work EnvironmentWork in an innovative environment with a focus on advanced robotics. Collaborate with a highly inclusive team of engineers, creating novel grippers and cutting-edge algorithms. The team values inclusivity and treats every member as an integral part of the team.Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $70.00 - $80.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
Available For This Temporary Role May Include The Following

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending