Computer Systems Specialist
Posted on: 28 Feb 2022
Hatfield, PA
Job Description
Brooks Instrument is an industry leader in flow measurement and flow control products for critical applications, and a division of ITW (A Fortune 200 Company) is seeking candidates for a Computer Systems Specialist supporting the sales of flow measurement and control instrumentation. The Company maintains sales offices throughout the world including their headquarters location at Hatfield, PA (Suburban Philadelphia). Our products are used in laboratory and process applications in end markets such as :life sciences, chemicals, semiconductor, analytical instruments, nuclear, and solar cells.
Basic Function
Supports computer hardware and software solutions used in Brooks Instrument’s manufacturing equipment. This role does not entail office helpdesk support.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Manage and perform system upgrades for Brooks Instruments’ manufacturing equipment.
Troubleshoot legacy hardware and applications to run on latest versions of Microsoft Windows.
Setup and configure serial peripherals, data acquisition systems, instrumentation, and other computer accessories as needed.
Work with operations and engineering to troubleshoot, implement, and validate new or upgraded computer systems.
Support upgrades while minimizing disruption to production systems.
Follow all safety procedures and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of computer software/hardware configuration and troubleshooting.
Familiar with computer and industrial networks. Able to deploy and troubleshoot equipment on field networks (RS-485 Modbus and DeviceNET), as well RS-232 and Ethernet-based networks.
Flexible to work hours at night and/or weekends, if required.
Able to set and configure new databases. SQL, mySQL, and MS Access experience preferred.
Capable to install and replace hardware components and fix wiring/communication issues between computer and test systems.
Self-started and able to work independently with little supervision.
Able to get along with others in a team environment.
Education and Experience
Degree in computer science/technology with minimum 2 years of technical experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment.
Hands-on experience with industrial, laboratory equipment, and data acquisition systems.
Our employees enjoy competitive, merit-based salary plus excellent benefits including:
Health and dental insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance / Short and Long Term Disability
401K plan with generous company match
Vacation, personal days and holidays
Continuing education reimbursement program
Flexible spending accounts
Illinois Tool Works Inc.
Glenview, IL
Illinois Tool Works Inc. manufactures and sells industrial products and equipment worldwide. It operates through seven segments: Automotive OEM; Food Equipment; Test & Measurement and Electronics; Welding; Polymers & Fluids; Construction Products; and Specialty Products. The Automotive OEM segment offers plastic and metal components, fasteners, and assemblies for automobiles, light trucks, and other industrial uses. The Food Equipment segment provides warewashing, cooking, refrigeration, and food processing equipment; kitchen exhaust, ventilation, and pollution control systems; and food equipment maintenance and repair services. The Test & Measurement and Electronics segment produces equipment, consumables, and related software for testing and measuring of materials and structures, as well as equipment and consumables used in the production of electronic subassemblies and microelectronics.
The Welding segment produces arc welding equipment; metal arc welding consumables and related accessories; and metal jacketing and other insulation products for various industrial and commercial applications. The Polymers & Fluids segment produces adhesives, sealants, lubrication and cutting fluids, and fluids and polymers for auto aftermarket maintenance and appearance. The Construction Products segment offers engineered fastening systems and solutions for the residential construction, renovation/remodel, and commercial construction markets.
The Specialty Products segment offers beverage packaging equipment and consumables, product coding and marking equipment and consumables, and appliance components and fasteners. It serves the automotive OEM/tiers, commercial food equipment, construction, general industrial, and automotive aftermarket end markets. The company distributes its products directly to industrial manufacturers, as well as through independent distributors. Illinois Tool Works Inc. was founded in 1912 and is based in Glenview, Illinois.
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IndustryManufacturing
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No. of Employees48, 000
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Website
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