Job Title:  Controls Engineer

Job Purpose

The Controls Engineer III will lead plant-wide and corporate-wide projects to optimize, upgrade, and enhance the controls systems of our manufacturing equipment. The engineer will manage project scope, schedule, and budget while designing, developing, and implementing changes to improve safety, reliability, and machine performance. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, and quality personnel, to troubleshoot issues, maximize efficiency, and achieve project goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This is an onsite 2nd shift that may train at minimum 60 days on day shift.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Implement and modify HMI, PLC, and robotic logic.
• Update and maintain documentation for electrical schematics and operational instructions.
• Provide technical support to maintenance and operations teams.
• Coordinate the build, installation, and training for electrical control equipment.
• Collaborate with mechanical engineers, process engineers, and maintenance teams to ensure production efficiency, improve safety and quality, and minimize scrap and downtime.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and tools to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Conduct data analysis and use predictive models to drive decision making.
• Perform maintenance and updates to maximize system reliability and efficiency.
• Utilize equipment vendors and suppliers for technical support and component upgrades.
• Implement safety systems to ensure fail safes that comply with industry standards(ISO, OSHA, etc.)
• Maintain records of all changes, updates and system maintenance.
• Explore advancements in IoT, Industry 4.0 and smart manufacturing for better automation and connectivity.

Qualifications

• PLC programming (Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text).
• Strong experience with Allen Bradley PLCs; GuardLogix experience preferred.
• Proficiency in robotic systems, particularly Fanuc and vision-guided technologies.
• Expertise in PanelView design and development.
• Troubleshooting Skills: Electrical and electronic system troubleshooting capabilities.
• Technical Documentation: Ability to read, interpret, and update technical drawings and schematics.
• Networking Knowledge: Understanding of industrial networking systems.
• Communication and Teamwork: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2-3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Language Skills: Proficiency in written and verbal English.
• Mathematical Skills: Competency in geometry, algebra, and trigonometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Strong problem-solving skills using root cause analysis and visualization tools.
• Computer and Programming Skills: Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency with tools including PanelBuilder, RSView 32, FT View, VisionWare, MotionWare, RSLogix (5, 500, 5000), Studio 5000, Ignition, Fanuc RoboGuide, Cognex Vision Tools, Keyence Vision Tools, and AutoCAD.
• Willingness to work extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

General Job Requirements