Simulation Engineer

Location

Cookeville, TN | United States

Job description

The Simulation Engineer will work with internal customers to prepare their virtual machines for testing. They will continue to support the customer throughout the Virtual Commissioning process.

This is a mid to entry-level position working under the supervision of the Controls Development Coordinator.

There will be opportunities to expand the role into other parts of the process based on need and interest.

Full Benefit Package to include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, 401k with Employer Match, HSA, FSA, Wellness Reimbursement & more!

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work closely with Controls Designers to establish a list of PLC tags for the model.
• Assign PLC I/O tags in the model and establish a connection to the external controller(s).
• Support the Controls Designer during the Virtual Commissioning process.
  • Explain model behavior.
  • Add requested features or functions to the model.
  • Correct errors in the model.
• Work with other Simulation Engineers to advance the Virtual Commissioning technology.
• Make presentations to customers, co-workers, and management as required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
• 3 years of experience designing or supporting industrial automation.
• Working knowledge of PLC and HMI programming. AB or Siemens is preferred.
• Working knowledge of industrial motors and actuators.
• Working knowledge of industrial robots.
• Familiarity with Robot Simulation Environments is a plus.
  • FANUC, YASKAWA, EPSON, or Denso preferred.
• Experience with physics simulation software is a plus.
  • Emulate3D
  • Siemens ProcessSim or NX/MCD
  • FlexSim
  • Visual Components
  • Matlab

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Normal Office Environment

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Sitting for extended periods.
• Working with video monitors for extended periods.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This job description is subject to change, but remains in effect until superseded or canceled in writing by Human Resources.

ATC Automation is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law.

ATC Automation is the Automation segment of TASI Group. The TASI Group of Companies is comprised of four technologically advanced Strategic Business Segments commonly linked by a disciplined focus on Product Integrity, Package Integrity, Automation and Flow. Each TASI company delivers world-class products and services, focusing on our global customer needs in diverse market segments. TASI has served several thousand global customers over the years and enjoys a very high rate of repeat customers, many of which are Blue Chip Global Companies. Major Markets include: Automotive, Medical Devices, Life Science, Pharmaceutical, Packaging, Oil & Gas, Food & Beverage, Consumer Goods and General Industrial Equipment.

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