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Job Summary

We are seeking a Controls Engineer with 3 to 5 years of hands-on experience in industrial automation to join our Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, programming, integration, commissioning, and continuous improvement of automated control systems across our manufacturing operations.

The Controls Engineer will work closely with Mechanical, Electrical, Process, and Maintenance teams to ensure that production equipment operates safely, reliably, and efficiently. Strong PLC programming skills on Allen-Bradley (Rockwell) platforms are required; experience with Siemens PLC environments (TIA Portal, Step 7) is considered a strong plus.

Key Responsibilities

Design and Development

• Design, develop, and document industrial control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, servo drives, and safety systems.
• Create and update electrical schematics, control panel layouts, I/O lists, and network architecture diagrams using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent.
• Specify and select instrumentation, sensors, actuators, and control hardware in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Develop control strategies and functional specifications in collaboration with Process and Mechanical Engineering.

Programming and Configuration

• Program and configure Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix, CompactLogix, MicroLogix) using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000.
• Develop and maintain HMI/SCADA applications in FactoryTalk View (SE/ME); experience with Ignition, Wonderware, or WinCC is a plus.
• Program and configure Siemens PLCs (S7-1200, S7-1500) using TIA Portal or Step 7 when required (plus).

Troubleshooting and Continuous Improvement

• Provide technical support to Maintenance and Production teams to troubleshoot and resolve control system issues, minimizing downtime.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify improvement opportunities related to OEE, cycle time, quality, and energy consumption.
• Lead or contribute to continuous improvement projects, root cause analyses (RCA), and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
• Maintain backups, version control, and documentation for all PLC, HMI, and robot programs.

Safety, Compliance, and Standards

• Apply safety-related control principles, including safety PLCs, light curtains, E-stops, and safe motion functions.
• Follow internal EHS policies, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and change management protocols.

Collaboration and Documentation

• Work cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and external integrators/vendors.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation: user manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), maintenance guides, and training materials.
• Support the training of Maintenance technicians and Operators on new systems and modifications.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics, Control Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Equivalent technical degree with additional relevant experience will be considered.

Experience (Required)

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience as a Controls Engineer, PLC Programmer, or Automation Engineer in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience programming Allen-Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix and/or CompactLogix) using Studio 5000 / RSLogix 5000.
• Proven experience developing HMIs (FactoryTalk View or equivalent).
• Experience reading and interpreting electrical schematics, P&IDs, and mechanical drawings.
• Experience with VFDs (PowerFlex, SINAMICS, or equivalent) and servo drive configuration.
• Experience participating in commissioning and start-up of industrial equipment.
• Experience in regulated or high-standard environments (automotive, food & beverage, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods).
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma exposure (Green Belt preferred).

Technical Skills

• PLC programming languages
• Industrial networks: EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus TCP, DeviceNet, Profibus.
• AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent CAD tool for electrical design.
• Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project).
• Basic knowledge of IT/OT integration, networking (TCP/IP, VLAN), and cybersecurity best practices in industrial environments.

Soft Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Effective communication skills, able to interact with shop-floor personnel, engineers, and management.
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Language Requirements

• Professional proficiency in English (written and spoken) is required for technical documentation and cross-regional collaboration.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Project delivery: on-time and on-budget completion of assigned control system projects.
• Equipment availability / uptime improvement on assigned lines or systems.
• Reduction of unplanned downtime related to controls and automation.
• Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) for control system issues.
• Quality of documentation and compliance with engineering standards.
• Safety performance: zero incidents related to control system design or modifications.