Electrical Controls Engineering Manager, Clearwater

Have you ever seen a Koozie® can cooler with the name of your favorite band or performer at a concert? Have you ever seen a pen, a magnet, a calendar, a vacuum sealed tumbler, an award, a grocery bag, a ceramic mug, a backpack or duffel bag with a company logo or slogan? If you have, you very well may have seen products manufactured or decorated/imprinted by the amazing team at Koozie Group (formerly known as BIC Graphic). We are the behind the scenes company producing swag and promotional products for our customers. We have amazing brands and products, some of which include Koozie®, BIC®, Triumph®, JAFFA® and moreâ¦.and we want you to join our Koozie Group Family!

Why join the Koozie Group team:

• People First culture
• Great Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, 401k with match, and more!)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancement Opportunities (as soon as 6 months)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• Employee Discount Program

Job Summary:

Koozie Group is looking for an Electrical Controls Engineering Manager with experience designing, installing and integrating PLC Control systems with interactive operator interface for automated production equipment. The PLC Control systems will utilize the latest technologies to provide flexibility, reliability, and throughput. The candidate will be responsible for all phases of the control system development from concept and design, through fabrication, installation and training. Job duties will be performed within the Koozie Group engineering group; however, some travel could be required to other Koozie Group domestic manufacturing facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Create schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel layouts with AutoCad - Create Bill of Materials (BOM) with Excel
• Create, Install, and Integrate PLC / Kinetix programming in Rockwell's ControlLogix Environment
• Create, Install and Integrate HMI programming in Rockwell's Factory Talk Environment
• Create, Install and Integrate Ethernet I/P configuration to support Control System Communications
• Use test equipment such multimeters and oscilloscopes to support Control System start-up and debug
• Flexibility to work weekends if required
• Travel up to 15% may be required for special projects
• All other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or other related 4-year degree
• Five years of work experience in industrial control system design, PLC/HMI programming and integration
• Must have PLC, operator interface, motion control, and industrial networking programming training or skills
• AutoCad training or skills required
• Functional Safety, OSHA, or NFPA training is not required but are desirable qualifications
• Prior experience with robotics, machine vision, and advanced PLC/PC communication is a plus
• Preferred skills include Rockwellâs Studio 5000 Logix Designer, with emphasis on motion programming, cam profile integration and servo motor sizing
• Knowledge of NEC, UL- Codes, and NFPA-79
• Literate and competent in MS Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project) or equivalent required
• Proven ability to work in a fast paced environment, within tight deadlines and to organize workload to meet the departmentâs needs
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Strong planning, organizational, decision-making and analytical skills

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to Keep the Good Going, you will find your way at Koozie Group.

Koozie Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Koozie Group also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Koozie Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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