Senior Controls Engineer

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

– Support engineering and maintenance in developing standards and specifications for controls systems.

– Provide technical support during the introduction of new and reused equipment.

– Supervise assembly and installation of new equipment.

– Ensure proper documentation delivery and maintenance for controls systems throughout equipment lifecycle.

– Plan updates, modifications, and continuous improvements for existing controls systems.

– Design and write advanced electrical controls programs as needed.

– Provide technical support for resolving PLC controls and robotic systems issues.

– Document equipment breakdown/activity and provide reports.

– Install and maintain plant floor machine controls and connections.

– Inspect equipment conditions using preventative maintenance procedures.

– Lead cross-functional project teams related to controls issues.

– Provide leadership and direction during equipment downtime situations.

– Develop material and provide technical training for Maintenance personnel on controls systems.

– Ensure compliance with national Electrical Code, OSHA standards, and ANSI/RIA.

– Incorporate customer requirements into the build process.

– Perform other manufacturing engineering tasks as required.

 

JOB DUTIES:

– Provide support, leadership, and direction to the Engineering Team on standards and specifications.

– Provide guidance to Maintenance Technicians on controls function.

 

HEALTH, SAFETY & ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

– Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

– Address hazards, defects, or non-compliance issues promptly.

– Take corrective action for substandard performance.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Knowledge and Education:

– Associate Degree in Electronics preferred.

– Technical education in basic electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatics required.

 

Work Experience:

– Minimum 15 years of progressive controls or assembly/maintenance experience.

 

Skills and Competencies:

– Experience with Allen Bradley, Fanuc, ABB, and other HMI and Ethernet controls systems required.

– Ability to work with minimal supervision.

– Proficiency in creating, reading, understanding, and modifying electrical prints and specifications.

– Knowledge of industrial safety standards and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

– Strong organizational, planning, written, and verbal communication skills.

– Ability to analyze data and use Microsoft Office and ACAD.

– Flexibility to work varying hours and interact effectively with team members.

– Working knowledge of core tools and ability to learn customer specific requirements.

– Experience with Microsoft Project and Minitab is an asset.

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