Controls Engineer; Onsite

Brief Description

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for driving and giving solutions for the technical execution of the plant’s technology such as providing support on electrical distribution systems, controls upgrades, start of equipment, automation documentation, and troubleshooting controls.

• Not eligible for work sponsorship

ACTUAL WAGE WILL BE BASED ON RELATED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE; MINIMUM STARTING POSTED.

• Manage strategic, technical projects and tasks in an extremely fast-paced environment
• Support the implementation of new projects by configuring control modules and HMI graphics
• Continuously improve process control systems through Advanced Process Control, Alarm Management, and Operator Interface Optimization
• Accountable for integration of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and process controls
• Accountable for training of end users on the operations of newly installed or modified process control systems
• Responsible for the standardization of control systems and control logic designs, documentation of operation procedures and as-built drawings and logic
• Serve as plant liaison for new system start-up and commissioning by all outside controls contractors and system integrators to ensure proper transfer of documented PLC program changes and adequate training on the installation/changes that have been completed
• Develop, troubleshoot, improve, and maintain automation documentation (schematics, functional descriptions, PLC programs, SCADAs, etc.)
• Processing Automation troubleshooting
• Manage Automation improvement projects
• Mentor/train Instrumentation & Controls Technicians
• Other duties/responsibilities as assigned, or apparent.

• Ability to understand, modify and upgrade PLC logic (Rockwell platform preferred, Siemens a plus), VFD’s, network switches
• Ability to update P&’s, electrical/mechanical prints (Auto Cad preferred)
• Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Ability to analyze and assess training and development needs
• Able to understand and utilize engineering drawings, operating manuals, and blueprints to conduct business.
• Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment
• Attendance is an essential function of the position
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Technology preferred, or a combination of related education and experience required
• 7+ years of manufacturing automation experience required
• Additional training as an industrial automation technician preferred

Contacts involve giving or exchanging information of a limited controversial nature.

• Regularly – Communicates via phone, email, in person and video; required to sit, perform keyboard work, for prolonged periods of time; operates a computer and other office equipment such as a copy machine and printer.
• Frequently – Talk and hear to coordinate day-to-day phone and in person transactions.
• Occasionally – Lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

• Specific vision abilities may require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Standard office environment. The noise level is usually low, due to office equipment.

RTP Company, headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compo under of custom engineered thermoplastics. The company has over 20 manufacturing plants located in the United States, Mexico, Europe, Singapore and China. RTP Company’s engineers develop customized thermoplastic compounds in over 60 different engineering resin systems for applications requiring color, conductive, elastomeric, flame retardant, high temperature, structural, and wear-resistant properties.

EOE, including disability/vets;
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.