Controls Engineer - Machining SG 31

About the Role

Supports electrical and automation control systems development, implementation, and troubleshooting in Assembly. Design and implement controls improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve reliability.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical, robotic, and PLC automation equipment to improve uptime and reliability.
• Reviews engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommends changes as necessary.
• Solicits bids to improve or replace existing process equipment, selects suppliers, and coordinates activities with internal departments.
• Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule, ensuring that vendors follow Engine Plant Safety, Electrical, and Automation standards.
• Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities.
• Leads and mentors others through troubleshooting, equipment design, and automation development.
• Maintains necessary records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary.
• Manages supplier execution and project schedules for new process equipment and verifies machine design documentation is detailed and accurate.
• Continuous improvement working with IT department and integrated process monitoring systems.
• Follows the plant’s standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards.
• Prepares, manages, and implements capital budget projects.
• Supports Six Sigma projects.
• Facilitates effective communication to plant management on project status.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent technical field is required.
• Master of Science in Engineering or MBA preferred.
• Minimum seven (7) years of automation experience is required, preferably in a Manufacturing Environment.
• Extensive knowledge using Siemens PLC products and TIA Portal experience required.
• Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements.
• Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes required.
• Knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus.
• Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tools strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
• Exceptional computer literacy; Microsoft and AutoCAD desired.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plan options for you and your family.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA).
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%.
• A fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid short- and long-term disability programs.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling, and more.
• Comprehensive paid time off: minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days with seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time.
• Holiday gift.
• Relocation assistance benefits.