Senior Automation Engineer

Overview

Who We Are

 

FUJIFILM Electronic Materials, U.S.A., Inc., is a global leader in chemical solutions which enable the semiconductor industry and the digital universe. We have an exciting opportunity at our Mesa, Arizona facility for an Senior Automation Engineer!

 

With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Europe, Taiwan, China, Korea and Japan, local sales offices throughout the world and on-site applications support, FUJIFILM Electronic Materials supplies the world's top tier semiconductor manufacturers with a broad array of products and services used throughout the semiconductor manufacturing process.

 

The Role

 

In collaboration with maintenance department management, existing automation resources, and with operating groups, the Senior Automation Engineer will support development and enhancement of Mesa site automation programs. The Senior Automation Engineer will also support business objectives through direct production support and capital project execution, as required.

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Key responsibilities for this role include:

 

 

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Automation Engineer will:

• Recommend, develop, and implement tools and methods to improve controls system reliability and reduce unscheduled equipment / process downtime:
• Process network systems and infrastructure
  • PLC programming tools and methods (RSLogix, Logix 500, Logix 5, Modicon)
  • Instrumentation and controls systems design and installation
  • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design and installation
  • SCADA system design, installation, and operation.
  • FTHistorian server configuration, commissioning, and support.
  • VM configuration, commissioning, and support.
• Provide troubleshooting support for ongoing operations, including support for callouts and remote troubleshooting
• Develop data-driven methods and measures to improve process and equipment reliability
• Ensure process controls infrastructure meets site and regulatory requirements
• Ensure changes to process controls follow Fujifilm site Management of Change procedures
• Interface with instrumentation and equipment vendors to ensure effective equipment utilization, ensure use of best-known methods for industrial automation, and effectively document required information in Mesa CMMP systems.
• Support capital project development and execution as required.

 

REQUIREMENTS

 

• Position requires a BS degree in Electrical Engineering or other related engineering discipline
• A minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience in industrial automation / PLC programming with a focus on Allen Bradley Controllogix equipment and systems
• A minimum of 5 years of experience using Allen Bradley Factorytalk View ME and SE software.
• In-depth, hands-on knowledge and experience with complex instrumentation and controls systems
• Understanding of Automation communication protocols, systems and infrastructure (Ethernet, Devicenet, Foundation Fieldbus, RIO, Modbus, RS485/232 communications protocols)
• Experience with design and deployment of SCADA systems architecture
• Solid background in controls systems troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Sufficient knowledge and experience to provide technical guidance in support of operational objectives
• General knowledge of SAP preferred
• This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a post-offer drug screening prior to employment. One of the essential job functions is the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

 

MENTAL & EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

 

• Resilience - Adapting well in the face of workplace stressors, the ability to work effectively and efficiently in high stress and conflict situations, the ability to remain poised under all circumstances, the ability to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• Communication - The ability to successfully and professionally express and exchange ideas and meanings with all levels of employees in the organization, the ability to interact appropriately with a variety of individuals including customers/clients, the ability to work as an integral part of a team, ability to interact effectively with people in a positive manner that engenders confidence and trust.
• Reasoning and decision-making - The ability to understand, remember and follow verbal and written instructions, the ability to reason logically and make sound decisions.
• Comprehension -