Principal Controls Engineer

What we offer from Day One

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401K match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Develop or participate in the development of solutions to problems specific to your assigned projects
• Participate in continuous improvement projects
• Work with manufacturing and other functional groups on manufacturing regulatory compliance issues
• Write and/or implement, and report on validation activities
• Design and perform routine testing, project experiments, analysis of data and report results
• Perform engineering studies on new equipment to resolve accurate settings, control points, etc., including data collection during start up and test batches
• Initiate new or revisions of protocols/operating instructions specific to the project
• Perform NCR/CAPA investigations and tasks
• Lead and implement change control activities related to equipment
• Perform work assignments within production department that include training and technical support
• Assist service department as an SME and lead equipment and/or process solving efforts as needed
• Interpret, complete, and recommend modifications to operating policies where appropriate
• Establish and control capital operating budgets for project
• Assist in the design, installation and start-up of new equipment and systems
• Perform technical troubleshooting and implement problem resolution for equipment/systems
• Coordinate with multi-functional teams (internal and external) on projects relating to product lines
• Provide leadership, direction, and expertise for sophisticated projects
• Provide leadership and drive innovation within the plant

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering preferred)
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a similar role
• PLC:
  Allen‑Bradley Control Logix, AB500, Safety PLCs
• HMI:
  Allen‑Bradley
• Robotics:
  Fanuc, Yaskawa
• Vision Systems:
  Cognex, Keyence
• Servo control systems (Rockwell, Yaskawa)
• Electrical:
  Hands‑on solving and diagnostic skills, understanding of Category 3 Safety Systems, E‑Plan P8, AutoCAD, ability to read/draw schematics
• Communication:
  Understanding of TCP/IP networks, RS‑232 interfaces, Profibus communication, Fieldbus and HSSB
• Familiarity with drives (such as servo and VFD) motion control, encoders, hydraulics, and pneumatics
• Hands‑on mechanical abilities is a plus
• AutoCAD drafting skills is a plus
• Knowledgeable in the practice and application of Lean Manufacturing
• Knowledgeable in the practice and execution of validation protocols

The estimated base salary for this position is $112,000 - $154,000 annually. The position may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

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