Controls Engineer - Machining SG 31

Controls Engineer - Machining (SG 31)

Supports electrical and automation control systems development, implementation, and troubleshooting in Assembly. Design and implement controls improvements to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and improve reliability.

Job Functions / Responsibilities:

• Designs and implements modifications to existing electrical, robotic, and PLC automation equipment to improve uptime and reliability.
• Reviews engineering designs for manufacturing feasibility and recommends changes as necessary.
• Solicits bids to improve or replace existing process equipment, selects suppliers, and coordinates activities with internal departments.
• Ensures projects are completed within budget and on schedule, ensuring that the vendors follow Engine Plant Safety, Electrical, and Automation standards.
• Coordinates and supervises major maintenance, emergency repairs, and corrective actions on equipment and facilities.
• Leads and mentors others through troubleshooting, equipment design, and automation development.
• Maintains necessary records and documentation, preparing management reports as necessary.
• Manages supplier execution and project schedules for new process equipment and verifies machine design documentation is detailed and accurate.
• Continuous improvement working with IT department and integrated process monitoring systems.
• Follow the plant's standards for filing and maintaining documentation per ISO standards.
• Prepare, manage and implement capital budget projects.
• Support Six Sigma projects.
• Facilitate effective communication to plant management on project status.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
• Masters Science in Engineering or MBA, preferred.
• Minimum seven (7) years of automation experience is required, preferred in Manufacturing Environment.
• Extensive Knowledge using Siemens PLC products, and TIA Portal experience preferred.
• Familiar with risk assessments and safety evaluation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with the flexibility to adapt to conflicting requirements.
• Knowledge of city, state, and federal electrical codes is preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical and safety codes preferred.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Profisafe, Safety Integrated, and ASI-Bus.
• Experience with FANUC Robots, FANUC Vision, Cognex Vision, and Atlas Copco tools is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to create and interpret electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic schematics.
• Exceptional computer literacy. Microsoft and AutoCAD desired.