Controls Engineer

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Controls engineering position provides expertise in industrial manufacturing and process controls to support our manufacturing site to produce chemically manufactured energetic materials and the production of packaged explosives. The successful candidate will work with production managers and support staff to produce a safe, compliant, high‑quality, and cost‑efficient operation.

• Responsible for the electrical aspects of new capital and improvement projects including hardware design, programming, design documentation, networking, data acquisition, equipment installation, equipment debugging, and support.
• Hands‑on design, build and installation of new control systems.
• Work on engineering solutions to improve equipment reliability and safety, lower operation and maintenance costs, and improve ergonomics.
• Provide capital cost estimates and project timelines for completion of electrical work.
• Provide technical support in Manufacturing & Process Control for Production and Maintenance departments.
• Mentor maintenance and production personnel in maintenance and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Work with and often manage outside engineering and construction personnel.
• Ensure all safety, health, environmental, and compliance aspects for the projects meet the appropriate regulations.
• Support the Process Safety Management (PSM) program by completing documentation where needed on projects.
• Support unit leadership in the oversight of startup and shutdown for major events.
• Maintain and develop plant electrical loads analysis, Arc Flash requirements and One‑Line drawings.

• Minimum of a BSc degree in Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ professional experience.
• Experience programming PLC, HMI, and SCADA systems.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and engineering software tools.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Commitment to safety and attention to detail.
• Team‑oriented with a proactive and adaptable mindset.

Manufacturing plant setting with exposure to chemical processes and industrial equipment. On‑plant travel