Design & Software Controls Engineer

Description

Sloan Lubrication Systems is a 4th generation family business. We design, manufacture, and install lubrication systems for multiple industries with a focus on natural gas compression, refining, and rotating machinery. Entering our second century of service, our objective is to grow our business in current and new markets while continuing to provide an excellent place to work for our team. The key to our growth is simple, we believe in enjoying what we do and treating our employees like family. We take care of our employees so they can take care of the customers. 

Duties & Responsibilities – Design Engineer

· Designs custom systems based on customer specifications according to department and company standards.

· May evaluate products, parts, or processes for cost, efficiency and reliability.

· Works to ensure that design drawings and related details are completed within timeframes required.

· Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.

· Works under immediate supervision.

· Uses computer assisted design/drafting (3D CAD) software to develop designs and schematics.

· Creates and revises production drawings (detail and assembly drawings).

· Follows quality management system requirements for document and process control.

· Builds Bills of Material in ERP system at either quote level or order level.

· Makes changes and corrections in mechanical design throughout the life of a project or product.

· Makes production drawings of components and systems, checking dimensions of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project.

· Communicates with all departments regarding new and revised prints and BOMs.

· Communicates with customers and suppliers regarding details of parts, assemblies, systems, and requirements.

· Considers performance, safety, patents, goals and regulatory requirements when designing products and systems.

· Researches and analyzes data to determine feasibility of design effort.

· Other duties as assigned.

Duties and responsibilities – Software Controls Engineer

· Define overall control system architecture and requirements for new products.

· Write code / develop controls programs for a variety of platforms and applications.

· Design, development, and integration of electrical control systems products using knowledge of current technology to deliver innovative design solutions for best-in-class electrical controls.

· Design, develop, and maintain electrical control systems and software to meet required specifications, focusing on economy, safety, reliability, quality and sustainability. This includes new products, product line extensions, incremental updates, and maintenance releases.

· Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Purchasing, Service, and Commercial teams.

· Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

· Experience with electrical controls systems design, development, and integration into industrial applications.

· Experience with Rockwell Automation PLCs and PLC programming or similar platform.

· Bachelor's degree (BS) in Engineering or related field and 3 to 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Skilled in PC usage and associated software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experience in ERP/MRP Systems. Ability to learn new software platforms and architectures.

· Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures in engineering.

· Solid understanding of drafting techniques and familiarity with engineering terminology.

· Familiarity with principles of industrial equipment such as reciprocating compressors, engines, fluid handling/hydraulic systems, and related machinery.

· Working knowledge of design techniques and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints and drawings.

· Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry, and to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

· Ability to speak confidently and effectively before groups of customers or employees.

· Strong communication skills at all levels with customers and company colleagues.

Why Join Sloan Lubrication Systems?

• Be part of an industry-leading company known for innovation and game-changing solutions.
• Join a team committed to bold investments in people and technology.
• Competitive compensation and benefit package.
• A culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Sloan Lubrication Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Sloan Lubrication Systems complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Sloan Lubrication Systems cumple con las leyes federales de derechos civiles aplicables y no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, nacionalidad, edad, discapacidad o sexo.