Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - PLC

Overview

About The Position: We seek a skilled Controls Engineer to lead automation, digital integration, and technical support in our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate excels in PLC programming, MES/ERP connectivity, robotics, Industry 4.0 technologies, and enterprise software support (Sigma

NEST and Sim Trans). This role requires both hands-on execution and strategic planning for digital transformation initiatives while also serving as a technical support resource for critical manufacturing systems.

• Automation & Controls
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  • Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC-based control systems (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) for new equipment and retrofit projects.
  • Create and maintain electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN.
  • Develop modular, scalable code structures for efficient reuse and system flexibility.
• MES/ERP & Systems Integration
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  • Architect and implement data bridges between shop floor equipment, MES, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Plex, etc.).
  • Standardize data structures and communication protocols using OPC UA, MQTT, and REST APIs.
• Robotics & Motion
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  • Program and commission industrial robots (Fanuc, ABB, Motoman) for applications including material handling, assembly, and inspection.
  • Integrate robotics with safety systems, vision systems, and control architecture.
• Digital Manufacturing & IIoT
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  • Lead deployment of IoT-enabled devices for asset monitoring, predictive maintenance, and real-time analytics.
  • Implement edge computing solutions for latency-critical operations and data reduction strategies.
  • Collaborate with IT/OT teams to ensure secure, scalable industrial network architecture.
• Industry 4.0 & Future Readiness
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  • Champion Industry 4.0 concepts: digital twins, virtual commissioning, machine learning integration, and data lakes.
  • Evaluate and implement smart sensors and intelligent devices for condition-based monitoring and self-diagnostics.
  • Ensure compliance with industrial cybersecurity frameworks (ISA/IEC 62443, NIST).
• Sigma
  
  NEST & Sim Trans Technical Support
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  • Provide first-line technical support for Sigma
    
    NEST nesting software and Sim Trans integration across manufacturing sites.
  • Troubleshoot license pool/seat issues, configuration errors, and connectivity between Sigma
    
    NEST, Sim Trans, and Oracle Fusion.
  • Maintain system stability by monitoring logs, diagnosing failures, and coordinating fixes with IT and vendor support teams.
  • Train engineers, planners, and operators on best practices for using Sigma
    
    NEST and Sim Trans to minimize downtime.
  • Develop and update user documentation, FAQs, and troubleshooting guides.
• Equipment Standards & Specification
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  • Write comprehensive specification sheets, RFQs, and technical documentation to guide machine selection and standardization.
  • Develop control standards and glossary documentation to ensure consistency across global operations.
• Project & Commissioning
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  • Manage the full lifecycle of controls projects including design, procurement, FAT, installation, commissioning, and validation.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with mechanical, IT, safety, and manufacturing engineering teams to ensure seamless integration.

• Education
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  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• Experience
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  • Minimum 7 years of experience in Controls/Systems Engineering and automation within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong proficiency in PLC/HMI programming, particularly Rockwell, Siemens, or Beckhoff.
  • Experience with MES/ERP system integration and industrial communication protocols (Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP, OPC-UA).
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience in robotics programming and commissioning (Fanuc, ABB, or Motoman).
  • Proven capability in machine installation, troubleshooting, and commissioning.
  • Knowledge of IIoT platforms, industrial cybersecurity, and edge computing architectures.
  • Familiarity with digital twin modeling, SCADA systems, and cloud integration (AWS, Azure IoT, etc.) is a plus.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a high-mix, fast-paced environment.

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