Controls Engineering Specialist

Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

include the following, which are to be performed accurately, efficiently, within company safety and quality standards, and within required time frames as needed. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Design, configuration, integration and implementation of process control solutions
• Modify, test, implement, and document PLC and HMI software improvement changes
• Complete A-3’s and other problem-solving activities to determine root cause of existing issues associated with automated production processes. Proactively utilizes data such as down time, work orders, and tooling/repair expenses to identify areas in need of improvement
• Develop and implement project plans to include estimate of all timelines and expenses to complete projects. Monitors project progress, reports variances, resolves issues to maintain scheduled project deliverables
• Modify, test, implement and document changes to control systems
• Troubleshoot non-functioning parts, calibrate devices and correct errors in the automation software to ensure safety and proper function of existing automated systems. Provides support to maintenance in ensuring appropriate problem resolution
• Train operators, Team Leaders, maintenance and other parties on control systems
• Provides support to Process Engineering and Automation Technician-Engineering in other projects which involve automation
• Review and repairs legacy code. Assists in establishing new and maintaining existing standards
• Perform other duties as required

• 1-3 years’ experience in the automation industry
• Experience with Programming Logic Controllers
• Proven ability to configure and modify HMI/OIT systems
• Working knowledge of industry standards, vision systems, motion controllers and actuators
• Experience and skill in troubleshooting control system issues
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships

• Ability to work effectively in independent situations and exercise good judgment to reach sound conclusions
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, to include technical writing
• Proven ability to prioritize, work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Proven critical thinker and innovative problem solver
• Must be organized, detail oriented and able to think designs through completely
• Ability to use Kanban workflow for understanding optimal build performance
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, schedules, rules, procedures, etc.
• Ability to read, interpret and perform from various documents, including method sheets, assembly drawings, production reports, safety rules, blueprints, printed shop schedules, Kan Ban cards/boards, operating maintenance instruction and procedure manuals, etc.
• Ability to properly identify components and gain extensive parts knowledge
• Hands-on knowledge of manufacturing machinery
• Advanced math and computer skills
• Must be proficient in the following disciplines:
• Software applications
• Servers and PCs
• IP Addresses and Subnet Mass
• Electronic
• Programming and documentation of PLCs/Panel View
• Modification of control circuits
• All electronic machine control components
• Analog and digital instrumentation
• Components, controls, program, and setup of robotic and motion systems

• Ability to demonstrate manual dexterity; ability to repetitively use fingers and hands to feel, handle, or squeeze; reach with hands and arms; twist/turn body; perform repetitive motions
• Ability to stand, walk, and/or sit, frequently and for extended periods of time
• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl

• Ability to use hand or…