Control Systems Engineer

JOB SUMMARY

The ideal candidate will plan design manage projects and support the manufacturing processes at our addition this individual will work on maximizing efficiencies through development and improvements to the controls of equipment workflows production methods and work force addition the Controls Engineer will determine the parts and tools needed to achieve our set manufacturing goals according to our product specifications.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Development of Control System Requirement Specifications with Automation/System Design Engineers based on a Sequence of Operations for existing and new equipment.

Design electrical schematics and enclosure layouts for custom assembly and process automation equipment

Review and Approve Electrical Drawings AutoCAD Electrical & AutoCAD

Create material BOMs request quotes from vendors and submit purchase requisitions internally to purchasing department

Ensure controls implementations work safely and efficiently

Assist Maintenance/Technicians with troubleshooting on plant floor issues supporting production/plant operations at all manufacturing sites

Act as the Controls Lead on projects both internal and external. Executing technical consultation involving vendors for electrical/controls installations and modifications

Development of Test Protocols and Testing Execution

PLC - Allen-Bradley (Micrologix SLC CompactLogix ControlLogix RSLogix500/5000)

HMI PanelBuider32 FactoryTalk View Studio

Other PLC/HMI - Automation Direct/Mitsubishi/Omron/Siemens

Programing to support Pneumatic logic Continuous and Batch Process Control Servo Motion Control Troubleshooting and Programming EthernetIP Communications Inductive Automation Ignition Robot Programming Fanuc/Denso and CNC Machine Controls and Programming

Knowledge of mechanical press controls

Computer Systems Networking (LAN)

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelors degree with 5 years of related experience

At least 2 years of hands on experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Basic mechanical experience with related equipment

Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a dynamic high paced environment

Experience in Six Sigma/Lean processes

Ability to work independently and effectively with minimal direction.

Demonstrated ability to recognize problems developing and executing strategies to solve these problems.

Ability to lead projects consisting of cross functional teams within the organization. Must be able to influence others and gain support for project action plans and timelines.

Strong communicator both verbally and in writing.

Experience in developing manufacturing processes writing procedures and training employees.

Good understanding of engineering drawings BOMs and operational procedures.

Experience with project management; involved in or led continuous improvement efforts to meet corporate goals.

Database programming experience a plus