Senior Controls Engineer

Summary

The Sr. Controls Engineer is responsible for the maintenance, improvement, and optimization of control systems, including machine, robot, vision systems, and measurement programs. It involves solving complex automation and programming challenges with no supervision and escalating only the most critical issues when necessary. The Sr.

Controls Engineer is expected to be available outside of standard working hours to support urgent production needs when required.

This role provides support and technical training to all technicians in the organization. The primary goal is to quickly advance the technical competence of all technicians.

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex programming issues in control systems and automation equipment. Identify and engage external expertise when necessary
• Debug and implement process improvements for assembly and manufacturing line controls to enhance efficiency, reliability, and safety.
• Design, develop, and optimize control concepts for automated equipment and systems.
• Troubleshoot and modify robot-to-PLC interface programs to ensure seamless integration and performance.
• Maintain, update, and improve vision inspection systems as part of the automation process.
• Support maintenance teams in diagnosing and resolving equipment-related issues.
• Provide hands-on training and technical guidance to controls & maintenance personnel on control systems and automation equipment.
• Stay current with new technologies, software, and hardware to maintain a high level of technical proficiency.
• Execute special projects and assignments as directed by management.
• Demonstrate strong working knowledge and capability in PLC programming languages.
• The standard work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, with flexibility required.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is required.
• Advanced knowledge of PLC programming is expected, typically gained through a minimum of five years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or automation environment.
• Five years minimum experience and/or specialized training in industrial control systems, automation, robotics is required.

Essential Skills and Abilities

Language Skills

• Good verbal and written language skills required

Mathematical Skills

• College level technical math skills required

Reasoning Ability

• Individual must have ability to make independent decisions that may be of a complex nature.
• Works under minimal supervision. May assist in orienting and training lower-level employees.

Computer Skills

• Must have advanced computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook software.
• Existing knowledge and experience w/ Nexeed-MES and portfolio is plus.
• ERP or other manufacturing execution software experience is plus
• Must be capable of learning other software packages.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Individual must possess the interpersonal skills to communicate with coworkers.
• Project Management experience is plus

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Must have the ability to work in a manufacturing assembly environment. The positions requires the ability to stand/walk for up to 4 hours at a time, repetitively bend, twist, grasp and lift up to 45 pounds.