Controls Engineer

Essential Job Functions

• Automation & Controls Design, program, troubleshoot, and maintain PLC, HMI, SCADA, motion control, and industrial network systems.
• Develop and modify control logic for wire drawing, extrusion, cabling, braiding, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Configure and commission VFDs, servo drives, temperature controls, machine vision systems, and data acquisition systems.
• Support integration of new equipment and automation technologies into existing production lines.
• Create and maintain electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and technical documentation.

Manufacturing Support

• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Analyze machine performance and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Support predictive and preventive maintenance programs for automation systems.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead automation improvement projects focused on productivity, quality, energy efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Utilize manufacturing data to identify process optimization opportunities.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop standard operating procedures and best practices for automated systems.

Project Management

• Manage controls-related capital projects from concept through startup and validation.
• Coordinate with equipment manufacturers, system integrators, vendors, and contractors.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, and technical specifications.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable industry standards and company requirements.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all control systems meet electrical safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support machine safety assessments, lockout/tagout procedures, and risk mitigation activities.
• Maintain compliance with NFPA 70, NFPA 79, OSHA, and applicable industry standards.