Controls Engineer

Role summary / purpose

Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment while leading problem-solving efforts to resolve equipment performance issues and minimize downtime in a manufacturing environment.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems (FIS) data
• Lead problem-solving in resolving equipment performance issues
• Troubleshoot, coordinate resources to find root cause and fixes, and manage problems into items that can be validated
• Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians
• Assist in integration of controls into IT systems such as Factory Information Systems (FIS), Error Proofing, QWX, and QTST
• Troubleshoot machinery, robot automation, and controls issues and downtime
• Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment
• Review and coordinate project installations
• Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements
• Maintain program backups for machinery and automation
• Program new installations of automation machinery, material handling, and robots
• Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety

Requirements - education & experience

• High School Diploma
• 5 years of related experience
• Ability to demonstrate leadership in company leadership behaviors combined with outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills
• Ability to work with maintenance, vendors, and other process team members when required

Required skills

• Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• PLC Controller experience (Siemens, Rexroth, Allen Bradley)

Nice-to-have / preferred skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Leverage Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience
• 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Lean Tools (5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping)
• Familiarity with UL508A requirements and NFPA79
• Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting
• Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming
• Fanuc controls troubleshooting
• CNC troubleshooting

Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions. If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting HR-InfoImpellamNA@impellam.com or fill out this form to request accommodations.