Controls Engineer

Responsibilities

• Designs, coordinates, and executes electrical and automation projects required to support ADS Manufacturing.
• Lead electrical upgrades and new installations.
• Provide technical support to all ADS facilities remotely and onsite.
• Identifies opportunities for automation including robotics, data collection, energy savings, improve efficiencies, safety & etc.
• Ensures that all automated systems meet required functions and production needs.
• Works closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Machine Tool Operation, Plant Services, Plant Maintenance, and Production personnel to scope, develop, and install new and rebuilt systems.

Job Skills

• Strong organizational, analytical, & systematic problem-solving skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Applications (Teams, OneNote, Office, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Self-motivated with a proven track record of bringing projects in on-time and within established budget.
• Familiarity and ability to comply with all applicable rules, regulations, best practices, and performance standards.
• Aptitude for working collaboratively with multiple disciplines within teams and projects.
• Experience troubleshooting electrical components, AC/DC motors/drives, & PLC’s.
• Modifying and creating PLC & HMI programs for the following manufacturers: Automation Direct, Siemens, Allen Bradley, Reading and creating electrical diagrams, panel layouts, & etc. using AutoCAD or AutoCAD Electrical.
• Familiar with: Allen Bradley - RSLogix 5, 500 & Studio 5000. Siemens – Simatic Manager & TIA Portal. S7 Technology & Simotion for Motion Automation Direct – DirectSoft 5 & C-More.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to walk and crawl around equipment as required.
• Kneeling or sitting in front of electrical panels to terminate control wiring.
• Able to lift 25 lbs. or less as required.
• Standing for long periods of time on concrete flooring in a production environment.

Company Benefits

• Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical and prescription drug plans, telemedicine (with medical plan), High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA), dental and vision plans, virtual physical therapy*, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.
• Financial Benefits: Retirement 401k program with company match, an employee stock purchase plan (voluntary), financial wellness planning*, paid parental leave*, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care, short-term and long-term disability*, basic life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D)*, adoption financial reimbursement*, tuition reimbursement*, voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children), and voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.
• 100% paid by ADS.

Why Join ADS?

• Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.
• Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance. Our workplace is built on respect, inclusivity, and shared responsibility, ensuring every team member feels valued and contributes to our collective success.
• Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.