Controls Engineer - Insight Recruitment

Are you a dynamic Controls Engineer seeking a challenging role that combines your technical acumen with project management prowess? Look no further! We are a well-established manufacturing powerhouse based in Alabama, seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our team. As a key player in our high-speed, high-volume manufacturing operations, you will be at the forefront of innovation and efficiency.

As a Controls Engineer at our esteemed facility, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and optimization of industrial machine controls within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Your role will extend beyond technical expertise, requiring hands-on project management skills to ensure the seamless integration of controls solutions into our production processes.

Job Qualifications 

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering or similar and/or 5+ years of controls experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Full working knowledge of industrial machine controls and machine automation. 
• Significant experience in writing, programming, and trouble-shooting PLC programming in all generations of Allen-Bradley and Siemens controllers. 
• 5-10 years working with machine control systems, electronics, motors, and other electrical components. 
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical and mechanical service/maintenance in a manufacturing environment. 
• Demonstrated project management skills. 
• Ability to read and comprehend mechanical and electrical drawings. 
• Advanced knowledge of computer networks, switches, and IP protocol. 
• Works safely and is leader in the plant in promoting safe working conditions. 
• Willingness to train and mentor others in maintenance and controls knowledge 
• Approachable by team members of all levels for feedback and input • Clear communicator in both written and verbal. 
• Understand how to set priorities and ensure projects are completed on-time. 

Position Duties 

• Support and manage plant control systems and automation systems. 
• Perform PLC support programming, troubleshooting, calibration, project implementation and network integration. 
• Justify and support new equipment installations as well as upgrades of existing equipment. 
• Demonstrate safe work habits and ensuring that all equipment operates in a safe manner. 
• Fully invested in supporting lean initiatives and leading improvement teams. 
• Write technical procedures and maintain machine documentation and drawings. 
• Troubleshooting and perform root cause analysis. 
• Provide technical support when equipment fails or is producing poorly. 
• Support predictive and preventative maintenance programs. 
• Direct interface with machine operators, maintenance, management, and outside contractors/vendors