Controls Engineer

Marvin


Job Location:

Kansas City, MO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Maintenance

Job Summary

Work Location

9820 Leavenworth Rd Kansas City KS 66109

Job Overview

The Controls Engineer works to program research upgrade purchase install and maintain all controls for the manufacturing and facility equipment throughout the Marvin family of brands. The Controls Engineer will work closely with manufacturing maintenance engineering systems and facility personnel to design implement and support the needs related to Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and controls throughout the organization. This position is responsible for researching analyzing testing existing and new control systems and technologies. Responsibilities also include working closely with vendors suppliers engineers and project teams to facilitate the transfer of new equipment technologies and products to the production floor; as well as improving machine efficiency and striving to enhance current systems to meet the needs of the future. Individual must have a thorough understanding of the organizations control systems equipment schematics electrical standards and safety programs to provide technical support and training to maintenance and operators

Work Schedule:

Monday - Thursday *OT on Fridays as needed

  • 6:00am - 4:00pm

Highlights of your role

  • Observesfunctioningof installed equipment to detecthazards problems and the need for servicerepairand/or replacement of electrical and mechanical components.
  • Proficiently use ladder logic programming with experience in the Allen Bradleyplatform basedprogramming including RS Logix 500 and 5000.
  • Work efficiently withworkorder system (EAM) to document repairs and preventative maintenance throughout the plant.
  • Traces problems using electrical electronic pneumatic and hydraulic components.
  • Discusses performance issues and improvement ideas with pertinent technical staff.
  • Maintains backups of programs from all electrical devices.
  • Checks newly installed equipment to evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions.
  • Use basic Servo Controls (open and closed loop systems) and set up variable frequencydriveoperations and parameters.
  • Perform basic motor operation and troubleshooting on Servo motors brushed DC motors and Induction motors.
  • Works closely with the Custom Equipment Process Group (CEPG) on machine improvements.
  • Will have the skills toproperly usea digital multimeter.
  • Works closely with maintenance andis able toassistwith troubleshooting electrical problems and able to providePLC-supportacross the plant.
  • Concisely and accuratelydocumentsset-pointsand parameters for equipment.

Youre a good fit if you have (or if you can)

  • Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent 4-year degree in a related field required
  • Two or more years related experience/training required
  • Ability to use electrical test equipment and hand tools
  • Proficient ability to read and understand prints and schematics
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical and Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word Excel Outlook Access)
  • Working knowledge of PLC and Operator Interface programming languages is required
  • Ability to travel as required

We invite you to See Yourself at Marvin

From people to products Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family-owned and -led window and door company you belong to a community full of opportunities.

For more than a century weve been at the forefront of designing building and engineering premium award-winning products. Today Marvin is also proud to have been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine two years in a row in 2024 and 2025. With operations in 19 cities across North America we manufacture Marvins quality products including Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors and TruStile Doors.

Together we uphold our values and foster a culture where safety and the wellbeing of our people comes first. We take a better living approach with benefits to support you at work and beyond. From day one you will enjoy health insurance paid holidays paid parental leave a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!

Some of our unique and most popular benefits include:

  • $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy healthy
  • Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
  • Annual profit sharing recognizing everyones contribution to Marvins success
  • Giving at Marvin participate in organized volunteer opportunities
  • Brighter Days Fund financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships

Join the more than 8000 Marvin team members to experience these benefits and more. Apply today!

Marvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marvin is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status under applicable laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process may contact us at .


Required Experience:

IC

Work Location9820 Leavenworth Rd Kansas City KS 66109Job OverviewThe Controls Engineer works to program research upgrade purchase install and maintain all controls for the manufacturing and facility equipment throughout the Marvin family of brands. The Controls Engineer will work closely with manufa...

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