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Controls Engineer
The Controls Engineer is an automation specialist who designs, develops, and maintains the systems that operate and regulate automated machinery and industrial processes. They are responsible for ensuring that automated systems function safely and efficiently in a manufacturing environment.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and system architecture documentation for automated equipment.
- Program, maintain, and troubleshoot the logic for control systems using languages like ladder logic, C++, and Python for technologies such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
- Conduct comprehensive testing and validation procedures to ensure control systems function correctly and meet performance standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and external vendors to integrate new or improved control systems with mechanical equipment and existing infrastructure.
- Identify, diagnose, and resolve malfunctions in automated systems. Continuously analyze system data to identify opportunities for process improvement and greater efficiency.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, operation manuals, and project reports.
- Analyze system data to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Train personnel on the operation of new control systems and provide ongoing technical support.
- Stay current with new control technologies and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, OSHA requirements, and company safety regulations during design, implementation, and maintenance.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support business and operational goals.
- Proficiency in PLC programming using platforms such as Rockwell (Allen Bradley) or Siemens; familiarity with BlueCrest controls systems is a plus.
- Experience with HMI and SCADA system development.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Profinet).
- Familiarity with electrical schematic and CAD software like AutoCAD or Visio.
- Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and attention-to-detail skills are essential for diagnosing issues and optimizing complex systems.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with team members and providing clear technical guidance.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize projects, and meet tight deadlines.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline required.
- Proven experience, minimum of 5+ years (10+ preferred), in a controls engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience with of implementing diagnostic software and technics preferred.
- Experience validating and creating data sources for analysis and performance tracking.
- Experience supporting multi-building operations preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to work 8 hours consecutively and maintain consistent focus throughout the workday.
- Standard work hours M-F, 8a-5p, with the ability to occasionally adjust hours to support initiatives across a 24/7 manufacturing facility.
- Regular presence on the manufacturing floor to collect data, observe processes, provide support, and collaborate with operations teams.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds with assistance.
- Exposure to noise from a manufacturing environment. Personal protective equipment provided.
- Occasional travel may be required to support projects or cross-site initiatives.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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