(Archived) Senior Controls Engineer

The Sr. Controls Engineer is responsible for project requirements involving some of the latest technologies available with PLCs, robotics, Vison systems, safety integration and lasers. Engineering responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing the controls system (logic software and hardware) to meet machine and integrated system requirements. This team member develops and updates schematics detailing control system configuration, wiring and designing equipment panel layouts in AutoCAD software.

WE Offers:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Generous benefits package starting on Day 1 including medical, dental, vision, prescription, life insurance, and holiday pay
• Lucrative Quarterly Profit Sharing
• 401k retirement plan with company contribution and employee match
• Education assistance
• A people 1st philosophy, supporting a great work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, evaluate, improve, and document automation processes or processes that could benefit from automation
• Develop and implement process control techniques and procedures for automation used in a 24/7 manufacturing environment
• Analyze the automation processes and identify ways of enhancing the quality, cost, and throughput of those processes
• Work closely with production and quality departments to develop, coordinate, and implement technical training for employees
• Provide technical support to production and reliability departments in multiple locations to trouble shoot and resolve various problems with equipment
• Support company philosophy, policies, procedures, goals, and objectives

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to troubleshoot 24/120/240/480 VAC
• Hands-on experience programming Allen-Bradley SLC500, Control Logix systems, and Rockwell HMI systems
• Experience with motion control systems
• Knowledge of servo motor systems
• Ability to manage projects including timeline, costs and other deliverables.
• Proven experience with Computer Numerical Controllers (CNC) and Human Machine Interface (HMI)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications and Auto Cad
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are required to effectively communicate throughout the organization
• Strong analytical ability to analyze and solve problems
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Able to perceive needs and work independently
• Data driven problem solving approach including root cause analysis

Desired Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of experience and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Additional Requirements:

• Must be physically able to freely access all areas of the plant & grounds
• Must be able to travel as needed via most expeditious means
• Must have valid driver’s license
• Ability to frequently bend & stoop and lift at least 50 pounds