Automation and Controls Process Development Engineer

About the role

This role is responsible for developing new manufacturing processes and overseeing Controls and Automation workstreams within capital projects. It ensures that automation strategies are properly designed, integrated, and executed to drive operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe work environment through employee coaching and engagement.
• Effectively communicate Owens Corning’s Safety Stand with external contractors/parties and ensure they work according to our safety standards.
• Lead by example through hazard recognition and elimination.
• Provide support to sites with a customer-centric approach by collaborating with Plant teams and working on developing process/Automation projects that will eliminate Dull, Dangerous and Dirty tasks.
• Collaborate with Process SME Engineers in identifying process needs and process limits and design process/automation meeting those Process Specs.
• Develop and maintain standards for automation architecture, programming, and documentation.
• Collaborate with operations, IT, and quality teams to identify automation opportunities and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful execution.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and cybersecurity requirements for automated systems.
• Facilitate engagement with capital engineering, IT, Productivity, reliability and Quality Teams and ensure projects and goals are being met.
• Guide team members in analyzing process data and providing feedback to plants to optimize performance.
• Ensure effective use of new process technologies (Digital Manufacturing) in Doors operations.
• Promote networking between plants, R&D, and other groups to identify and implement best practices.
• Implements root-cause analysis and corrective actions for issues surfaced through losses in Automation, leveraging digital tools.
• Support Design and Commissioning of Capital & Productivity Projects.
• Identifies and implements equipment improvements, working directly with the Capital Engineering team and Productivity team as needed.
• Uses a comprehensive Management of Change process on projects with Lessons Learned after completion of projects.
• Ensures that preventative and predictive plans, work instructions, and other procedures related to the installation, maintenance and repair of plant equipment and machinery are built and executed.
• Aids in the development and implementation of the Doors capital plan, Doors site improvement plans, and Doors process stability plan.
• Commissions and supports project startup as the technical and process resource when applicable, working directly with plant and Capital engineering teams.
• Executes training plans for plant Operations/Maint/Technical Leaders and creates a continuous learning environment for employees.
• Trains and directs the work of skilled craft people in advanced process control understanding.
• Documents knowledge into knowledge repository, and shares knowledge with key personnel and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automation, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years’ experience within a manufacturing or technical environment; heavy manufacturing in a Discrete operation or Doors industry highly preferred.
• Additional 4 years of experience in lieu of engineering degree.
• Knowledge of PLC programming, SCADA systems, and industrial networking.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles, TPM and process optimization.
• Proficiency in automation software and tools (e.g., Rockwell, Siemens, Python for scripting).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
• Ability to lead complex automation projects from concept to implementation.
• Ability to adapt to emerging technologies and changing business needs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.
• Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt) preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to analyze and use data to drive sustainable equipment improvements.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities or projects at one time.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Experience working in a cross-functional team environment and effectively transfer knowledge at all levels through effective communication skills.
• Computer and Software competencies; skills in Braincube, and Aspentech preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with Root Cause Analysis, failure modes effects and analysis, and other Total Productive Maintenance activities preferred.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.