At Columbia we come to work every day driven by the belief that innovation can transform industries, empower communities, and create a more efficient, sustainable world.
With operations spanning five continents and a commitment to excellence in service and support, our purpose extends beyond engineering advanced equipment. We are pioneering innovation and paving a better tomorrow with factory automation solutions worldwide.
Summary Responsible for the design and control of robotic palletizing systems (and associated automated equipment) by completing production and R&D engineering tasks.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Program and test automated machinery and robots using PLC ladder logic and sequence programs. Develop controls and program HMI required to operate robots and related equipment according to speed and reliability requirements (30%)
• Design and configure industrial electrical systems for automated machinery using AutoCAD. Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks, use common data transfer protocols and coordinate handshake signals (20%)
• Lead research and development activities to develop new salable options or make improvements to existing designs (10%)
• Ensure product quality and verify that equipment meets current safety standards (10%)
• Generate Bills of Materials and documentation for system production and installation (10%)
• Support the Sales Department by answering technical questions, confirming system and component capabilities and assisting with product demonstrations (5%)
• Travel to the field occasionally to help start-up equipment and train end users (5%)
• Participates in applicable SOP and SWI training
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, skills and/or abilities:
Knowledge-
Software
• PLC ladder logic (Rockwell RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, and others)
• HMI programming (Fuji Electric V-SFT, Rockwell FactoryTalk® View Machine Edition (ME))
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• AutoCAD
• ERP Software (Infor M3 and VaultTool)
Equipment Operation
• Industrial communication protocols: EtherNet I/P, Modus TCP/IP, Profibus, DeviceNet,
• ControlNet
• Setting up remote support and VPN Communications
• Visual Basic
Skills
• Written, Oral and Electronic (interpersonal) Communication
• Industrial Electrical Blueprint reading
• Analytical
• Project/Process Management
• Computer/Technical
• Clerical/Secretarial
Abilities
• Ability to provide a respectful work environment for others
• Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.
Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• 0-3 years professional experience
Columbia Okura offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, short and long term disability, 401(k), incentive compensation, paid holidays, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Equal Opportunity Employer - Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. Columbia does participate in E-Verify. To apply for this exciting career opportunity today, please apply online at www.columbiamachine.com
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
• Vancouver, WA 98661: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Knowledge, skills and/or abilities:
Knowledge-
Software
• PLC ladder logic (Rockwell RS Logix 5000, Studio 5000 Logix Designer, and others)
• HMI programming (Fuji Electric V-SFT, Rockwell FactoryTalk® View Machine Edition (ME))
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• AutoCAD
• ERP Software (Infor M3 and VaultTool)
Equipment Operation
• Industrial communication protocols: EtherNet I/P, Modus TCP/IP, Profibus, DeviceNet,
• ControlNet
• Setting up remote support and VPN Communications
• Visual Basic
Skills
• Written, Oral and Electronic (interpersonal) Communication
• Industrial Electrical Blueprint reading
• Analytical
• Project/Process Management
• Computer/Technical
• Clerical/Secretarial
Abilities
• Ability to provide a respectful work environment for others
• Ability to work well with others in a team atmosphere.
Education and/or Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• 0-3 years professional experience
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