Controls & IT Systems Engineer

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing processing and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power automotive ammunition coinage construction materials refrigeration electronics and many other industries. To us metal is more than material.

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Wieland is hiring a Controls & IT Systems Engineer. The Controls & IT Systems Engineer will be responsible for the design implementation maintenance support and continuous improvement of industrial control systems operational technology (OT) information technology (IT) infrastructure and business systems. This role serves as the technical link between manufacturing operations automation systems networking and IT Systems ensuring reliable secure and efficient operation of production equipment and technology platforms. The position supports PLCs HMIs SCADA systems industrial networks servers cloud platforms cybersecurity initiatives and business systems while leading technology projects that improve equipment reliability productivity data integration and operational performance. The Systems Controls & IT Engineer collaborates across engineering maintenance operations and corporate IT teams to drive digital transformation system standardization and continuous improvement throughout the role is located in Duncansville PA and will be fully on-site.

Controls & IT Systems Engineer Responsibilities:

Controls Engineering & Automation

• Design program maintain and troubleshoot PLC HMI SCADA VFD and industrial control systems.
• Support manufacturing equipment automated production lines and process control systems.
• Develop and maintain control system documentation electrical schematics and network architecture drawings.
• Lead automation projects equipment upgrades and process improvement initiatives.
• Analyze equipment performance identify root causes of failures and implement corrective actions.
• Support machine integration data collection and Industry initiatives.

Systems Engineering

• Design and maintain reliable systems architecture supporting manufacturing and business operations.
• Manage system performance software deployments upgrades and technology lifecycle planning.
• Develop standards for system configuration maintenance and documentation.
• Support integration between production equipment business systems and cloud platforms.

Information Technology

• Manage support and maintain network infrastructure servers workstations data backup and cloud-based services.
• Troubleshoot hardware software and connectivity issues.
• Support ERP MES CMMS SAP Microsoft 365 and other business-critical applications.

Operational Technology (OT) & Industrial Networking

• Support industrial Ethernet networks managed switches wireless systems and plant-floor communications.
• Maintain connectivity between OT and IT environments while ensuring security and reliability.
• Configure and troubleshoot industrial communication protocols including Ethernet/IP Profinet Modbus and OPC.
• Monitor system health and implement performance improvements.

Cybersecurity

• Follow cybersecurity best practices across IT and OT environments in coordination with Wieland corporate IT Team.
• Support cybersecurity assessments audits and compliance requirements.

Project Management & Continuous Improvement

• Lead capital and continuous improvement projects involving controls systems and IT infrastructure.
• Develop project scopes budgets schedules and technical specifications.
• Coordinate activities with vendors contractors and internal stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability productivity and operational efficiency.

Controls & IT Systems Engineer Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in either: Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering Computer Engineering Information Technology Systems Engineering or related discipline.
• 7 years of experience in industrial controls automation systems engineering or information technology.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations and industrial networks.
• Proven project management and troubleshooting experience via Logical Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis
• Proficient understanding of Information Technology systems networks and devices (PCs Printers Switches Servers Phones).
• Cyber Security Awareness
• Professional Communication Leadership and Integrity
• Proficient Controls and Networking Experience

Joining Wielands team gives you

• Benefits-Starting on Day 1!Including Medical Dental Vision Disability Life & more!
• Retirement Savings- 401(k) contribution match.
• Work/Life Balance- Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9000 employees worldwide and 40 locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs Wieland encourages participation in ourunique and personalized approach to wellness where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is anequal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.