Controls Engineer I (Automation)

at  Woodward Inc

Woodward’s Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Commitment
At Woodward, no matter where you are from, your physical appearance, or how you identify, you deserve the opportunity to reach your greatest potential. We are on a journey to achieve this as an organization and want to work closely with our members to set the right path.
We humbly acknowledge this will be an imperfect journey. Yet, we are steadfastly committed to embracing the power of diverse people, perspectives and experiences for our current members, attracting the best talent across our communities, and creating an inclusive and rewarding workplace for all.
Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Estimated Pay Range: $72,100 (minimum) $90,100 (midpoint) $108,000 (maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays, including floating holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including:
• Home / Auto Insurance discounts
• Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.
Are you ready to make your mark? If you are interested in becoming an Controls Engineer at Woodward, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
This Controls Engineer Level 1 position will be responsible for low complexity automation systems and equipment. In this role, a candidate will work with the engineering team to identify and implement opportunities for converting manual tasks into automated sequences to be performed by a standalone controller, PLC, computer, or robot.

What you will be doing…

• Designs, supports and tests low complexity controls and automation systems and equipment. Ensures designs meet usability and supportability criteria.
• Programming PLC’s using ladder logic to control automated systems
• General knowledge and use of SCADA systems and Python scripting
• Use of data acquisition hardware (DAQ) and communication protocols to connect to peripheral machinery
• Programming and implementation of smart cameras and vision sensors for automated inspection
• Mechanical and electrical assembly of automation systems
• Implementation of safety circuits and safety hardware
• Identifying new equipment for automated systems and developing the communications strategy
• Supports the manufacturing floor for any controls related questions
• May provide repair and maintenance support of controls systems
• Ability to understand electrical schematics and 3D models
• Connecting smart tools and automated systems into Ignition based interfaces
• General knowledge and use of HMIs
• General knowledge of communication protocol, database and networking.
• General knowledge and use of robotics, vision systems, linear actuators, servos, VFDs, motion control, motor control

What we are looking for…

• Bachelor’s degree in technical/science or international equivalent required
• General Six Sigma knowledge; Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR and EAR or possess all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee.
Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veterans

• Designs, supports and tests low complexity controls and automation systems and equipment. Ensures designs meet usability and supportability criteria.
• Programming PLC’s using ladder logic to control automated systems
• General knowledge and use of SCADA systems and Python scripting
• Use of data acquisition hardware (DAQ) and communication protocols to connect to peripheral machinery
• Programming and implementation of smart cameras and vision sensors for automated inspection
• Mechanical and electrical assembly of automation systems
• Implementation of safety circuits and safety hardware
• Identifying new equipment for automated systems and developing the communications strategy
• Supports the manufacturing floor for any controls related questions
• May provide repair and maintenance support of controls systems
• Ability to understand electrical schematics and 3D models
• Connecting smart tools and automated systems into Ignition based interfaces
• General knowledge and use of HMIs
• General knowledge of communication protocol, database and networking.
• General knowledge and use of robotics, vision systems, linear actuators, servos, VFDs, motion control, motor contro