Electrical Controls Programmer

Join ProMach and shine. Whether you're creative, strategic, persuasive, or mechanically inclined, there’s a place for you here. Be a problem-solver, a closer, a futurist - whatever drives you.

At ProMach, you'll be challenged and rewarded as you help improve packaging performance and shape the future of automation. And we’ll be proud to have you on the journey.

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Pace Packaging, based in Fairfield, New Jersey, provides automated solutions using innovative technology and experienced problem-solving specialists to increase line efficiency, maximize profitability and minimize risk. Pace serves a variety of markets including food & beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, household products and wine & spirits.

Did you love building as a kid? Do you enjoy taking something apart, just to figure out how to put it back together? Do you geek out on robots? Our engineers drive packaging innovation, creating new ways to improve – and increase – performance. We’re passionate about designing custom equipment that exceeds our customers’ expectations. Our engineers partner closely not only with our customers, but also with peers across sales, manufacturing, and assembly.
Pace’s Programmer will conceptualize and develop PLC, Servo, and HMI controls software for packaging machines and assemblies. Where necessary, this role will innovate new automation solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Develop PLC, Servo, HMI, Robotics programs utilizing available software platforms.

• Confer with engineering personnel to prepare software modifications as required

• Interpret technical specifications and application parameters

• Assist in the commissioning of new machines on the shop floor

• Assist in the machine start-up at customer sites

• Perform software modifications to existing machines

• Assist installation team during install and commissioning of new machines

• Partner with all other departments as needed
• Design electrical control panels, machine wiring systems, power distribution, and control architectures that meet applicable UL, NEC, NFPA 79, NEMA, and CE requirements.
• -Create and maintain complete bills of material, electrical documentation, software backups, and engineering change records.
• Create, review, and release accurate electrical schematics, panel layouts, technical drawings, and specifications using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent software.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• B.S. in E.E. or applicable education and experience

• Ability to work to technical specifications, schedule and budget constraints

• Demonstrated understanding of engineering theories and principles
• General understanding of automation including industrial machines and robotics
• General understanding of electrical wiring diagrams

• Experience in packaging industry preferred

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Good computer skills (MS Office, ERP Systems, CAD)

• Allen Bradley RS Logix 5000PLC programming knowledge

• Allen Bradley Factory Talk programming knowledge

• Allen Bradley Servo Control experience preferred
• Knowledge of Beckoff Twincat and Siemens a plus
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in team environment

• Strong problem identification and resolution skills

• Effective attention to detail, high degree of accuracy

• Strong customer service focus

• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization and execution skills
• Employee must be willing and able to fly. (Travel to customer sites)
• Employee must have a valid driver’s license

What’s in it for you?

There's no monopoly on innovative ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people are happy and choose to build a career.

In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, comprehensive medical/dental programs, as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits – you are eligible on your first day of employment!

Please note that the pay ranges listed on external job boards, outside our posting details, do not accurately reflect our internal compensation ranges.

Base hourly Range: $30-$35 per hour

Pro Mach, Inc. was named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities.

We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strength of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally, with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day.

ProMach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.