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Northrop Grumman

Electrical Engineer - Industrial Controls Engineer

Northrop Grumman, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21201


Requisition ID: R

Category:

EngineeringLocation:

Baltimore, Maryland, United States of AmericaClearance Type:

SecretTelecommute:

No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift:

1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required:

Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available:

1At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

THIS JOB DOES NOT REQUIRE ANY SECURITY CLEARANCE TO START THE JOB. AFTER YOU START, YOU WILL BE SUBMITTED FOR A CLEARANCE.

Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems (MS) Sector

is seeking an

Industrial Controls Engineer for Operations Manufacturing . This position focuses on automated control systems used in electronics and mechanical manufacturing, assembly, and packaging.

What's Great About Working for Northrop Grumman:

Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.

Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.

Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.

Many sites have 9/80 days, telework and flexible scheduling options, plus generous paid time off.

Northrop Grumman was recognized as one of the world's most flexible employers by Sustainability Magazine in 2023.

Northrop Grumman has made the Top 50 list for Diversity Inc. for 14 consecutive years!

What's Great About This Job:You will be a key team member for ensuring and improving process and factory performance.You will be part of the Manufacturing Automation and Controls team that is pursuing sector Automation and Industry 4.0/Digital Thread efforts. This includes interfacing with the teams developing the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system, Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and our Plant Connectivity and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) infrastructure.You will use your innovation and creativity to design automation solutions that will revolutionize manufacturing execution and have a sector level impact.

The Industrial Controls Engineer responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the tasks outlined below:

Lead troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance activities on PLC, material handling equipment, and roboticsTroubleshoot and edit Siemens Step 7 (Siemens PLC's), OMRON, Beckhoff, and Allen Bradley controllers and (Tag) architectureExecute modernizations, extensions, and modifications according to specifications and/or sketches of electrical drawings and if necessary, adjust PLC programming and utilize PLC to troubleshoot issues (IEC 61131-3)Review installation layouts, mechanical prints and electrical schematic drawingsDesign control/electrical panel layouts with tight integrations to custom equipment, conveyors and robotics leveraging CAD software, AutoCAD Electrical preferredPerform in-house testing on control components and systems and performs equipment tests at vendor site as neededAssist with panel wiring and mechanical assembly to meet project schedulesProvides manager and lead project engineer with timely status reports of projectsIdentify and analyze errors and malfunctions as they relate to the items below:Intermittent/inconsistent electrical and mechanical failures on production equipmentPLC's, 24v control circuits, 480v 3phase systems, 4-20ma circuits, VFD's, PC controllers, and fieldbus technology/control technologyDevelop and evaluate vendor equipment statement of work, quotes, design, installation, and facility testing to meet Mission Systems Automation and Enterprise Software Platform (PLM/ERP/MES/Mfg Bus) requirementsReview machine vision systems (equipment and software) in multiple configurations in production environments for higher volume products to identify and implement automation opportunitiesFactory Support

Maintain equipment-monitoring systems for machine uptime, efficiency, quality, process stability and capabilityRecommend and implement controls, sensors, electromechanical and/or automation improvements for manufacturing and Machine Vision automation systemsDevelop, validate, and maintain automation and controls systems equipment, programming, and data transfer systemsCreate new training materials and teach new personnel on training materialsSolve manufacturing problems related to sensors, robots, motion, vision, equipment, data in a timely mannerSupport factory maintenance personnel with the troubleshooting and repair of process equipmentThe chosen candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; be able to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic, and high visibility environment; and work well as part of a team.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering or related STEM areaMinimum of 2 years of relevant professional experience (0 years with a Master's)Experience with industrial controls design using

AutoCAD Electrical

with a concentration on wiring, panel footprint, pneumatic schemes, and networkingFamiliarity with programmable logic controllers (PLC's) (Examples: Siemens, Allen Bradley, Omron and Beckhoff)Experience programming PLC's per IEC 61131-3 (Examples: ladder logic, function block diagram and structured text)Experience with machine vision systems and barcode readers (Examples: Cognex, Keyence, and Fanuc)Familiarity with programming and hardware architecture of Siemens Controls, HMI environmentsFamiliarity with motion controllers, solenoids, conveyors, servos, actuators and other pneumatic/electromechanical systemsFluency in MS Office software applicationsAbility to obtain and maintain a US Secret Security ClearanceUS CitizenshipPreferred Qualifications:

Understanding of machine vision and deep learning applications with 2+ years' experienceFamiliarity with varying process sensors for environment, motion, measurement and presence (Banner, Sick, Allen-Bradley, Keyence, Omron)Familiarity with RIA TR R and OSHA equipment safety standardsBasic level of robot programming understandingExperience with programming gantry, articulating, and SCARA robotsExperience with electronics manufacturing automation, conveyors and equipment in a high-volume environmentKnowledge of electronic electrostatic discharge (ESD) and contamination damageExperience with networking supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), controllers and servers via Ethernet/IP, EtherCAT, Modbus or equivalent Fieldbus protocolsFamiliarity with programming and hardware architecture of networking processes such as Manufacturing Service Bus Integration (Kepware, PAC, Pco), MES integration, IIoT 4.0 communications (CFX) and "Edge Computing"Ignition SCADA experienceElectronic component manufacturingExperience with materials removal and dispense automation systemsNorthrop Grumman

provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Northrop Grumman

benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits

will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Northrop Grumman

has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values.

The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility.

At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment . click apply for full job details