Automation Controls Engineer
Automation Controls Engineer
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Job Description
The Controls Engineer is responsible for designing maintaining and optimizing automation and control systems across the nitrile glove production process. This role requires handson troubleshooting preventive support and continuous improvement of PLCs HMIs and instrumentation to ensure production efficiency safety and equipment reliability. The ideal candidate brings strong crossfunctional communication skills project execution capability and a proactive solutionoriented mindset to a fastpaced manufacturing environment.
Key responsibilities & duties
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues with PLCs HMIs VFDs sensors and associated instrumentation on glove dipping lines and peripheral process equipment.
- Design program and maintain control systems (PLC/HMI/SCADA) to support process stability and operational goals.
- Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to develop and improve preventive maintenance strategies for electrical and control systems.
- Develop and maintain P&IDs electrical schematics panel layouts and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
- Support installation and commissioning of new equipment and automation upgrades including validation of process control loops.
- Manage vendor and contractor relationships including scope definition project coordination and technical reviews.
- Prepare and manage RFQs procurement requests and project budgets for controlsrelated components and services.
- Document changes to software and hardware including version control backup procedures and change management in compliance with site standards.
- Lead smalltomedium scale capital improvement projects including system upgrades integration of new sensors and automation retrofits.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant safety electrical and industry standards (NFPA 70E NEC OSHA etc.).
- Train and support technicians and operators on control system functionality diagnostics and troubleshooting best practices.
- Participate in root cause analyses (RCA) for equipment failures leveraging data from PLCs and historian systems to support reliability improvements.
Academic or trade qualifications
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Science Mechatronics or a related discipline.
Candidates with a Mechanical or other Engineering degree and proven controls experience will be considered. - Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical or similar) for developing schematics and layouts.
- 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred (Nitrile/latex/glove industry is a plus).
- 7 years of experience in an engineering or controls role working with industrial automation systems.
- Demonstrated experience with PLC platforms (AllenBradley/Rockwell preferred) HMI/SCADA and industrial networking protocols (Ethernet/IP Modbus etc.).
- Proficient in troubleshooting VFDs servos and sensors.
- Experience developing project scope documents technical specifications and execution plans.
- Ability to work effectively in crossfunctional teams (Engineering Maintenance Production Quality Safety).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and professionalism in team and vendor interactions.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with thermal curing ovens air handling units chillers scrubbers reverse osmosis and chemical dosing systems.
- Familiarity with data historians IIoT systems and OT network administration.
- Knowledge of functional safety systems safety PLCs or SILrated equipment.
Employment Type
Full Time
