Engineer, Controls and Automation

• Works as an integral part of the plant engineering and maintenance group

• Individual contributor



* This position will be responsible for programming automation and control systems involving PLCs (programmable logic controllers)


* Must have proven experience in PLC logic and programming specifically with Allen Bradley controllers.


* Must be able to create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming, simulation, testing and start-up.


* Will provide engineering support to the facility as directed



* Develop and maintain production equipment programming, including but not limited to PLC, robot and camera systems.


* Provide sound technical support to the production areas to include process improvements, new equipment implementation as well as new project support.


* Help develop new process methods, design and implement those methods.


* Maintain and implement changes to production automation equipment programming.


* Trouble shoot production automation equipment/fixturing/programming and teach other technical team members the same.


* Specify, justify and/or purchase industrial automation software/hardware for new equipment and processes in coordination with Corporate Engineering and Information Technology.


* Develop and maintain standard PLC programs.


* Support other Overhead Door facilities projects.


* Review and define electrical hardware specifications.


* Create and maintain technical documentation.


* Comply with all internal and external production quality management systems and directives.


* Provide support in developing manufacturing methods and processes.


* Coordinate launch of new assembly processes.


* Assist Engineering, Maintenance and Production Team members in project work and machine down situations.


* Assist with integration of equipment to production processes.


* Will provide engineering services to facility as directed by manufacturing Engineering Manager.


* Other duties as assigned.



* BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering


* 2 - 5 years' experience in a similar position is desired.


* Experience with Allen Bradley PLC's is desired.


* Experience in metals manufacturing a plus.


* Strong analytical capability and statistical literacy.


* Self-motivated and able to work with little supervision by consistently taking the initiative to get things done.


* Ability to consistently make timely decisions even in the face of complexity.


* Possess excellent verbal/written communication, interpersonal and customer-oriented skills.


* Project Management skills


* Experience in applying TPM, DOE, Cellular Mfg, VSM, 5S, Pareto, SMED


* Confidence, strong interpersonal skills.


* A range of communication skills from shop floor personnel to executive presentations.

Experienced in production setup and process flow implementation.


* BS in Electri...