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Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 750 members across 33 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges . Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart and caring team, Foth may be the place for you.
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Foth is currently seeking a team-focused, innovative, and results-oriented Lead Electrical and Controls Engineer who has a desire to contribute to our clients’ success and is looking for new learning experiences and opportunities for career growth. This position will be working out of our Green Bay, Wisconsin or US-Based Remote office location.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide technical hardware and software design leadership for industrial projects Develop design packages for bid and construction Coordinate and execute design and programming of PLC/DCS, HMI, VFD and Servo Motion projects from hardware design and software integration through construction start-up Coordinate electrical engineering and lead design/CAD resources Provide hardware and software design for machine design projects in consumer products and general industrial markets Develop design packages Assist in the development project related documentation including schedules, specifications, and cost estimates Produce high quality project deliverables while working in a collaborative team environment Gather data and provide installation, start up, and troubleshooting support Work simultaneously on multiple project teams and client teams.
Respond to and support project and client requests for on-going controls troubleshooting, including ongoing support of production equipment (may include nights and weekends) Interface directly with client(s) on a daily basis to understand and respond to their needs Develop relationships and cultivate future work opportunities with clients and facilities as work is performed Travel to client sites and Foth office locations as needed for work (approximately 35% annually)
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a combination of two or four-year technology degree supplemented with equivalent technical training or experience
10+ years of relevant engineering/design experience with exposure to manufacturing environments, including troubleshooting complex projects
Required recent experience with the following:
Industrial Intelligent linear actuators and end effectors
Integration of Machine Vision
Rockwell Control Logix based PLC and FTView HMI hardware & Software
Rockwell PowerFlex VFDs and Inverter duty motors
Rockwell Kinetix Servo Drives and Motors
Ethernet and Ethernet/IP Networking
Electrical system design schematics and control panel layout design
Developing construction and installation documentation
Sensing technologies and panel design/layout
Producing engineering construction and bid packages in accordance with employer/client standards
Flow control valves, damper actuators, P&IDs, loop configurations, DCS, thermocouples, level, flow, and temperature controls
Preferred Qualifications:
Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 24 months of your start date
Knowledge of safety standards (ISO 13849-1 & RIA ) and risk assessments
Preferred experience with the following:
Robotics, Vision Systems, 3D Scanners
AutoCad and AutoCad Electrical
MES/Database programming (SQL, RS-SQL, MS Access)
Experience with polymer extrusion and/or adhesive systems
Siemens S7 & TIA Portal PLCs and HMIs
Siemens or Schneider/Modicon PLCs
Siemens, CH or Schneider HMIs
Visual Basic, Visual , Visual C, C#, C++, XML
Assembly Language Programming
Packaging line integration, including; case packing, metal detection, palletizing, along with other packaging related equipment
Experience in paper/paper converting industry
Distribution and Logistics Technology/Automation
Delta V/Honeywell experience
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All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth ’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.
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