Who is Shape?

SHAPE is a strategic combination of companies including Shape Process Automation - Tech-Con; Flow International, KMT Waterjet, H20 Jet, AquaDyne, Advanced Pressure Systems (APS), Aquarese, TOPS Waterjet; and Shape Mined Material.  Collectively, we provide an extensive portfolio of manufacturing process solutions to customers around the world. The core technology of SHAPE was founded in high pressure waterjet cutting, cleaning, and surface preparation.

We work together to develop intellectual properties that drive progress and raise the bar in service excellence, we set the standard for integrity, professionalism, and inclusiveness to meet the challenges of rapidly evolving industries. Tomorrow’s customers will require more innovative solutions, we continue to push the envelope in developing the advanced technologies and digital tools to solve manufacturing challenges at the pace and scale of the markets we serve.

 Who are we looking for?

As SHAPE continues to develop into exciting new markets, we welcome like-minded professionals who share our excitement and optimism for the future. Operating across multiple disciplines, we have ample opportunity for you to grow your career in our organization.

SHAPE believes their success lies in the talented people that work in their organization! Our philosophy is of community and a place where people can belong, thrive and succeed! We pride ourselves on being cultural champions of our brand and values.

What sets Shape apart from other companies?

SHAPE is invested in providing constant learning and development opportunities and offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits packages. We are a multinational, highly technical and innovative company that provides global career opportunities.  We seek creative ways to continuously improve. Collaboration and teamwork defines the way we work. We are always looking for team members that want to be ahead of the curve, using latest technologies to apply in every way we do business. Our employees are dynamic, highly talented and enjoy working in a fast-paced work environment.

We encourage you to look into employment opportunities at Shape Technologies Group

Job purpose

To engineer and design all controls system hardware aspects, provide innovative solutions, and deliver best in class systems for Shape Process Automation customers.  This position requires positive motivated team members working together with a “whatever it takes” attitude and commitment to excellence.

Duties and responsibilities

• Execute controls design process according to Engineering process workflow
• Participate in project kickoff meetings and support project managers on timing, budget, scope and information required to successfully start the project.
• Review and understand project requirements, including any supporting information and any available standards/specifications to ensure complete and accurate deliverables to the customer.
• Investigate equipment that will be purchased from third parties which may include writing clear specifications for this equipment if necessary.
• Work with project management and purchasing to identify and procure “long lead” items (those with delivery timing of 6 weeks or more).
• Create controls approval drawings according to project schedule.
• Design, detail, and check (as needed) according to project schedule.
• Release complete and accurate drawing packages including BOM’s, to ensure a smooth transition to project management, purchasing, manufacturing and integration.
• Support project management and engineering manager with ECN process as needed to manage expectations and impact to budget and timing when outside of original project scope.
• Communicate in a timely and effective manner with all team members.
• Support controls Integration and controls software groups during installation and start up.
• Receive and update controls hardware redlines and update prior to system shipment.
• Become proficient at understanding the requirements of ANSI/RIA 15.06-2012 Safety Standards and applying them to the project applications and design considerations.
• Participate in internal risk assessment for assigned projects. 
• Participate in supporting engineering documentation and project deliverables to customer according to project timing.
• Occasionally required to participate in reviewing and supporting sales and proposal process as assigned by engineering manager.
• Occasional travel required within North America (less than 10%)

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent work experience with minimum of 8 years in controls hardware design of Robotic and Automation Systems.

• Proven track record managing all controls hardware aspects of engineering projects
• Experience in AutoCAD design software
• Experience in designing systems controlled with various controllers and devices: PLC’s (Allen Bradley and Siemens), Safety Controllers (SICK, PILZ), HMI, KAREL controlled,  
• Familiar with electrical codes: NFPA 70 National Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, ANSI/RIA R15.06-2012 Robot Systems Safety requirements.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organize and be flexible in addressing customer inquiries (“what if” scenarios) and support potential ECN’s with Engineering Manager and Project management.
• Ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.
• Must be able to handle multiple projects while still maintaining accuracy.
• Must have excellent computer knowledge in most Microsoft office software

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.