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Job Description
Position Summary:
Works under the direct supervision of the Shift Leader with a dotted line reporting relationship to the department(s) for which support is provided. Provides diversified support of projects, tests, diagnoses, experiments and any other higher level electrical and/or programming support function. This position requires that qualified technicians be responsible for electrical design concepts, programming, cost analysis, troubleshooting, debugging and testing of new and existing production equipment. The Electrical Engineering Tech will also be expected to initiate and complete projects that replace obsolete equipment, reduce operation cost, increase efficiency and capability, improve quality and any other ideas that lead to continuous improvements of automated manufacturing equipment.
This position will include support for PLC, vision, motion control, digital displays, robot material handling systems and all other electrical control systems. Also provides electrical/electronic/mechanical production and project support including machine electrical control fabrication, troubleshooting and repairs for assigned product areas.
This job must be performed with diligence and attention to detail because of the significant safety and quality risks inherent to the position. This position will provide leadership through work direction, guidance and training to department personnel. Daily interaction is required with other departments, BD plants and vendors.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Essential responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Will be responsible for maintaining equipment in the sterilization area. Responsibilities include project work, working with vendors, installation and onboarding of new equipment, upgrading existing equipment, and assisting in other areas, as needed.
Programming of any electrical control system.
Backup for other technicians where service and support is needed. May require working off shift.
Installation and integration of safety control equipment.
Maintains proper documentation for area(s) of responsibility.
Ensures that appropriate quality engineers/techs/auditors/operators are notified of programming/electronic changes that affect product or process quality.
Maintains and repairs electrical/electronic and optical equipment in the sterilization area. This includes troubleshooting, testing, adjusting and calibrating replaced parts, etc. in a manner that will facilitate a safe and effective repair.
Minimizes quality risks due to the electrical/electronic machinery/equipment including maintaining inspection systems.
Minimizes electrical safety risk by ensuring approved procedures are followed and standards are met.
Project work including layout, fabrication and programming.
Communicates and maintains a favorable rapport with team leaders, engineering, maintenance and production associates.
Works with minimal supervision.
Is on-call to support for downtime prevention and technical issues, as needed.
Uses computers to program PLC’s and interface with peripheral equipment.
Draws new control diagrams or changes existing drawings using Auto Cad.
Communicates daily events, projects, etc. to the maintenance team on the next shift.
Provides training to production personnel and/or other technicians.
Must be available during planned maintenance periods
Performs other duties as assigned by Team Leader and required to support the needs of the business.
Obey all company policies, standards and rules, including but not limited to: Safety policies and rules (including lockout procedures); Quality policies and rules
Must maintain regular, punctual attendance.
Additional Responsibilities:
Performs other duties as assigned by the Sr Engineer and required to support the needs of the business
Radiation Certification - Must be able to acquire in 6 months. This job is contingent on clearing an FBI background check. You will be required to provide fingerprints to be sent to the FBI The corporate security officer will determine if the background information will be acceptable for this position.
Education:
Associates Degree (Major: Electronics or equivalent), required
The degree requirement may be satisfied through demonstrated relevant experience or by active enrollment in the applicable degree program
Certificate of Completion from an advanced PLC training course, preferred
Experience:
2+ years’ experience with related industrial electronics, required
3+ years’ experience with industrial controls, required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required:
Knowledge of programming software for PLC’s, displays, servos and vision equipment.
Well developed technical writing skills.
Forklift – Must be able to obtain within 3 months.
Ability to learn robotic systems.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
Ability to think logically.
Ability to use electronic/electrical test equipment including VOM, clamp on ammeter, logic analyzer, oscilloscope, etc.
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose electrical/mechanical problems.
Ability to read and understand electrical/electronic drawing and schematic diagrams.
Proven problem solving skills.
Well developed interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Ability to positively take direction and suggestions from others.
Demonstrated customer service skills.
Well developed communication skills.
Ability to innovate and implement new ideas.
Ability to give direction to others.
Ability to manage a large project.
Ability to understand FDA and site regulations for change control.
Must be able to speak, read and write English
Good interpersonal skills
Computer skills (SAP, Excel, Word preferred) - Advanced
Preferred:
Auto Cad proficiency.
Ability to program robotic systems.
Visual Basic programming skills.
C/C+ programming skills.
Leadership skills, the ability to take on larger projects.
Physical Demands:
PCP Level 2: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently. Requires walking or standing to a significant degree: or requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls.
Work Environment (if applicable):
Indoor heated and cooled environment.
High speed manufacturing environment. Must remain alert and focused.
May have intermittent exposure to chemicals.
Safety glasses and safety shoes must be worn when in required areas.
Degree of exposure to dust, dirt, heat, fumes, noise, vibration and chemicals.
When working outside, any & all physical elements of weather & temperature may be present.
Safety shoes, safety glasses, and high visibility clothing must be worn in the warehouse and sterilization.
Some physical exertion, including lifting, may be required.
Other Functions (responsibilities):
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty successfully.
Conditions of employment in this facility include, but are not limited to:
Associates Must:
Must obey all safety rules.
Must follow all QSR (GMP) regulations.
Must cooperate fully with the safety and environmental program.
May not pose a direct threat or significant risk to himself/herself or others.
The “Essential Functions” and “Other Functions” listed in this description do not restrict the addition or deletion of any other responsibilities to this position.
Management reserves the right to change any and all job descriptions without notice as business conditions dictate.
All associates are expected to know and adhere to the Becton Dickinson Core Values which are:
We do what is right.
We thrive on innovation and demand quality.
We are accountable.
We learn and improve every day.
We help each other be great.
Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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