Controls System Engineer

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The Controls Systems Engineer plays a pivotal role in designing, developing, and implementing machine and process control systems within extrusion plastics, and converting. This position supports customers with solutions in motion control, web handling, and converting equipment. The engineer works closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure systems are safe, efficient, and aligned with customer expectations. Because of our focus on families and the proximity of our customers, travel is much lower than similar roles at other companies.

• Consistent delivery of a positive customer experience as evident through customer request for your specific service and top scores on customer surveys
• Communicates openly with customers in an effective, positive manner.
• Assist project managers from inception to installation and customer acceptance.
• Maintain cost and schedule tracking of projects against quoted price and delivery.
• Develop and maintain project milestones, parts lists and ordering, and electrical schematics.
• Provide communication to customers, panel shop employees, the account manager, and other team members.
• Lead and/or support start‑up of systems in the shop and at the customer site.
• Perform programming and development of PLC, temperature controls systems, drive systems, and HMI systems.
• Act as a leader in an area of technology used by the company.
• Capable of leading the training classes offered to customers of Sure Controls in their area of expertise.
• Willingness to assist Sure Controls associates.
• Accountable to committed tasks.
• Contribute to a positive P & L statement.
• Participate in after‑hours and be on‑call 2-3 weeks per year.
• Other duties as assigned.

* An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position

• Interpretation of Written Information
• Working Memory – Ability to recall stored, visual images or verbal information
• Decision Making – Gathering facts, analysis and producing a final choice
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions and works well individually and in group problem solving situations

• Basic Financial Knowledge and Mathematical Abilities (Markup, Margin, Discounts)

• Foster Open Communications
• Meet Customer Needs
• Promote Teamwork
• Think Creatively
• Show Drive and Initiative

• The Controls Systems Engineer should have exposure to the following disciplines:
• Rockwell Automation PLCs (Control Logix, SLC, PLC5, Compact Logix)
• SSD Drive Systems
• Rockwell Powerflex Drive Systems
• SCADA/HMI Applications (Wonderware, Ignition, Rockwell Factory Talk, Red Lion Crimson)
• Eurotherm and RKC Controllers
• CAD Development Software (AutoCAD/ePlan)
• System troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Industry Standards (NEC, NFPA 79, NFPA 70, UL, ANSI)
• Code development and interface with automation equipment
• Project Management
• PLC Programming/Design
• HMI Programming/Design
• Temperature Controls
• Code Development/Programming from scratch

Education: Two-year Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in automation or motion control.

Experience and/or Training: Minimum of 3 years related experience. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical components. Strong Communication skills (listening, questioning, speaking), Time Management skills. Experience working with customers and vendors.

Technology/Equipment: Computing/Software Skills including Microsoft Office Suite, and electrical design software.

Education: Four year Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent.

Experience and/or Training: 10+ years related experience. Strong Communication skills (listening, questioning, speaking), Time Management skills. Experience working with customers and vendors. Experience managing projects and/or mentoring other…