Controls Engineer

As an S&C Electric team member youll work on projects that have real-world impact. Youll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer more reliable and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. Were big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrows energy challenges and become an employee-owner

Hours

• 8:00 am 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On-Site

Compensation

At S&C we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position is $87758 - $116285.18. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors including performance knowledge job-related skills and experience and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&Cs annual incentive plan (AIP) subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Controls Engineer!

ThePolymer Productsoperationsat S&Cisa world leaderformanufacturing medium voltage epoxy engineering teamatPolymer Productssupportsoperationsteamto achieve the yield goalsthrough process controls molddesignsand trainings;seeks continuous improvement withmanufacturingprocesses mold designstoolsandequipmentthrough improvement and capital projects;addressesand resolvesquality concernsobservedwith manufactured productsthroughproblem-solvingactivities;andsupportsnew product/processdevelopmentthroughdesignprocurement installation and startup.

The candidateconsidered for this positionwillworkon-site at S&C Headquarters in Chicago Illinoissupporting thePolymerProductsprocessengineering teamandreport to the Manager-ProcessEngineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Improve operational efficiency and reliability through continuous improvement of processes equipment and safety controls
• Develop modify and troubleshoot PLC programs usingRSLogix 500RSLogix 5000 andStudio 5000 Logix Designer.
• Design and implementHMI applications(Wonderware/AVEVA preferred) for machine control and operator interfaces.
• Generate clear documentation including control logic descriptions functional specifications test plans standard operating procedures electrical drawings and training manuals.
• Support the installation startup and commissioning ofpolymer molding machinery including integration of sensors actuators drives and auxiliary equipment.
• Participate in control system design including I/O selection control panel layouts wiring schematics and system architecture.
• Diagnose and resolve automation instrumentation and controls-related issues during production or machine trials.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards electrical codes and safety practices.
• Collaborate with mechanical electrical process engineers and maintenance technicians to troubleshoot process equipment issues improve machine reliability and optimize molding and /or plating processes.
• Occasionally visit equipment suppliers to test equipment during Factory Acceptance Testing.

What youll Need To Succeed:

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)or equivalent engineering discipline.
• 3 yearsof experience as a Controls Engineer Automation Engineer or similar role.
• Hands-on experience withAllen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation platformsincluding:
  • RSLogix 500
  • Studio 5000 / Logix Designer
  • ControlLogix CompactLogix MicroLogix PLC families
• Experience developing and deployingWonderware (AVEVA) HMI/SCADAapplications.
• Strong understanding of industrial networking (EtherNet/IP) sensors PID loops and motor control (VFDs servos).
• Ability to read and create electrical schematics and control panel drawings.
• Experience supporting machine installation and commissioning activities in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with platingpolymer molding thermoforming extrusion packaging or similar process machinery.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70/79 UL508A and general industrial electrical standards.
• Working knowledge of data collection systems MES or SCADA integration.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies (Lean Six Sigma etc.).

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organization and presentation skills
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Ability to map out projects manage multiple priorities and work with cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated detailoriented and comfortable in fast-paced environments.

Major Physical Demands:

• Standing: Occasional standing on production floor for troubleshooting or equipment startup.
• Lifting: Occasional lifting of production parts and tooling less than 50 pounds.
• Walking: Frequent walking throughout the facility both indoors and outdoors.
• Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects such as measuring equipment prints etc.
• Pushing: Infrequent pushing of objects possibly related to production support startup work.
• Pulling: Infrequent pulling of objects possibly related to production support startup work.
• Bending: Occasional bending during production support startup work.
• Reaching: Infrequent reaching.
• Handling: Occasional handling of parts or tools and hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Other: Frequent use of personal computer keyboard and monitor.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing: Occasional standing on production floor for troubleshooting or equipment startup.

• Lifting: Occasional lifting of production parts andtoolingless than 50 pounds.

• Walking: Frequent walking throughout the facility both indoors and outdoors.

• Carrying: Occasional carrying of light objects such as measuring equipment prints etc.

• Pushing: Infrequent pushing of objectspossibly relatedto production supportstartupwork.

• Pulling: Infrequent pulling of objectspossibly relatedto production supportstartupwork.

• Bending: Occasional bending during production supportstartupwork.

• Reaching: Infrequent reaching.

• Handling: Occasional handling of parts or tools and hazardousand non-hazardousmaterials.

• Other: Frequent use of personalcomputerkeyboardandmonitor.

Environmental and Hazardous Conditions

• Continuously working indoors/outdoors in an air-conditioned office/manufacturing-based environment.
• Infrequently exposed to fumes/vapors/dust/gases/odors/mist/toxic chemicals/radiation/vibration/grease/oils/radiation/lasers/other etc.
• Occasionally exposed to low/moderate/high noise levels including machinery/vehicles/forklifts/office equipment/office traffic etc.
• Occasionally working around energized equipment with the risk of electrocution/scalding/burns/other etc.
• Infrequently exposed to wet humid/outdoor weather/extreme cold (non-weather)/extreme heat (non-weather) conditions/other etc.
• Infrequently working with machinery with moving parts/vehicles/forklifts/heavy machinery/sharp objects/other etc.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application please email us at.

No fixed deadline

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