SME - Controls Engineer

Supervisor: Senior Maintenance & Reliability Manager Date Completed: 07/03/2025

Department: South Terminal Maintenance/Engineering FLSA Classification: Exempt

Location(s): Site Wide Status: Full-time

Reporting directly to the Senior Maintenance & Reliability Manager, the Controls Engineer serves as the controls system owner and is responsible for designing, programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining control systems site wide. This role plays a key part in supporting the overall manufacturing process by leading engineering changes, equipment upgrades, and cross-departmental initiatives. The Controls Engineer also assists with the implementation of new tools and processes and provides related training.

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

• Bachelor’s (B.S.) degree in Electronics Technology, Automation, Mechatronics, or related field (or a combination of education and experience).
• Operating knowledge of Microsoft office software and working proficiency with handheld computer (i.e. Smartphone, Tablet/iPad).

Kind & Length of

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a manufacturing or system integrator having worked with the following systems:
• Rockwell Suite of Software:
  Studio 5000 / RS Logix 5000, Factory Talk
• Minimum of 3 years of experience designing, programming, and troubleshooting PLCs, preferably Allen-Bradley systems.
• coLOS, Maple and other software experience preferred.
• PERFORMANCE MEASURES AND STANDARDS
• Design and optimize PLC logic to support process improvements, ensuring systems meet operational and safety requirements.
• Interpret electrical schematics and control diagrams to guide system design and integration.
• Apply advanced diagnostic tools and data analysis to resolve complex control system issues.
• Design, configure, and maintain HMI, SCADA, and controls systems (e.g., Wonderware System Platform, Maple, manuFACT™,) to support operational transparency and efficiency.
• Support and maintain industrial networking systems (Ether Net/IP).
• Lead the planning and execution of control system integration for equipment upgrades and new installations.
• Drive compliance with change management procedures (MOC), including full documentation of changes and impacts.
• Develop and maintain structured backups and version control systems for all automation programs.
• Analyze and troubleshoot high-impact control issues across multiple manufacturing systems.
• Interpret manufacturing sequences and equipment functions to support effective system troubleshooting and integration.
• Support system design through a deep understanding of process sequencing, interlocks, and safety dependencies.
• Produce technical reports and recommendations based on data collection and trend analysis.
• Define process and control specifications by aligning project requirements with operational goals.
• Lead root cause investigations for chronic issues, driving permanent corrective actions.
• Provide technical direction and oversight for site-wide control and automation projects.
• Configure, replace, and maintain field devices, such as sensors, actuators, and VFDs.
• Evaluate and implement control system improvements that enhance reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate to define control requirements for capital projects and automation initiatives.
• Ensure system designs and implementations adhere to applicable safety codes and site standards.
• Support functional safety system testing and basic troubleshooting of safety circuits.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and risk assessments related to control systems.
• Mentor and train employees to develop and improve their control system understanding and ability to troubleshoot control-related issues.
• Provide leadership and support for downtime events that require advanced controls expertise.
• Adhere to all Site Environmental, Health, Safety, and Security requirements, local, state, and federal regulations
• Maintain hazardous waste in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
• Other duties as required.

• We will follow the company’s written training program for this position.

• Maintain a safe, legal, and environmentally…