Engineer II

Tosoh SMD, Inc. is a global leader in semiconductor materials. Our superior products help customers introduce cutting-edge technologies that make our lives easier and move us into the future. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and materials laboratory located in Grove City, OH manages the entire life cycle of our products, including supply chain development, research and development, manufacturing, testing and distribution.

Our innovative and devoted team of scientists, engineers, metallurgical experts, manufacturers and managers continuously collaborate and strategize to improve and create new materials for a wide range of customers' semiconductor needs. These products are used in many final applications like automotive, mobile devices, computers, artificial intelligence, 5G networks and industrial automation. As one of over 100 Tosoh Corporation's family of companies our motto is "We Make the Material That Makes Your Devices Work".

The PLC Programming Engineer develops PLC logic to support new part implementation, trouble-shooting, and continuous improvement of Tosoh’s industrial automation systems.

Full-time / Exempt

The PLC Programming Engineer reports to the Lean Engineering Manager.

• Applies advanced knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC platform to design, develop, and maintain programs for Tosoh’s automated manufacturing cells.
• Creates and modifies HMI and SCADA to develop intuitive operator interfaces.
• Collaborates with robot programmers to integrate PLC logic with robot programs.
• Integrates peripheral equipment into automated cells, such as vision systems, end-of-arm tooling, and safety scanners.
• Applies SQL, Python, other similar programming languages to perform advanced data analysis from automated manufacturing cells.
• Drives continuous improvement through improved efficiencies in programming sequences.
• Understands and adheres to all safety requirements. Communicates identified risks to leadership and assists in resolution.
• Completes all 5S (Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain) standards to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Contributes to culture through alignment with company values and code of conduct. Maintains a positive attitude, displays enthusiasm for assigned tasks, and communicates effectively and professionally with team members.
• Other related duties.

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or equivalent.

• Advanced knowledge of Allen-Bradley PLC / Rockwell Automation platform
• Advanced knowledge of HMI/SCADA systems
• Demonstrated ability to work in cross-functional team and collaborate on programming team
• Strong problem-solving skills to analyze complex systems and data.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and AutoCAD models

• Ability to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.
• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) as defined by process.