Controls & Automation Engineer
PPG · Oak Creek, WI · 3 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Responsibilities
- Design, program, integrate, and maintain control systems for manufacturing and process automation applications.
- Develop and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, VFD, sensor, actuator, and industrial network systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
- Lead commissioning, startup, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and improve productivity, reliability, and safety.
- Maintain control system documentation, including electrical schematics, panel layouts, bills of materials, and Management of Change (MOC) documentation.
- Lead modernization and technology upgrade initiatives for legacy automation systems.
- Manage controls and automation projects from concept through implementation, coordinating resources, contractors, vendors, production teams, and engineering personnel.
- Ensure automation systems meet applicable electrical, safety, and industry standards.
- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to engineers and technical team members.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related field required, with 5+ years of experience in industrial automation, controls engineering, PLC programming, troubleshooting, and manufacturing operations.
- Expertise with Rockwell Automation platforms, including Studio 5000, ControlLogix, CompactLogix, and EtherNet/IP, with strong knowledge of PLC hardware/software, industrial networking, communication protocols, and control system integration.
- Proficiency with GE iFIX, Rockwell Stratix Switches, FactoryTalk View Studio, ThinManager, Access/SQL, VBA, PowerFlex VFDs, and AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge of FactoryTalk Optix, PlantPAx, Remote I/O, DH+, and Modbus.
- Strong understanding of electrical principles, industrial control systems,