Controls Engineer - Saint-Gobain
OXFORD, NC
About the Job
_What’s the job?_
The Controls Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing engineering solutions for plant operations, quality, processing and logistics teams; managing projects, ensuring safe operations for employees and contractors.- This position is the plant’s support person for automation, sensors, PLC’s, HMI’s, drives, servos, historian and industrial networks – ProfiBus and Ethernet I/P.
Possess the skills knowledge and abilities to program PLC’s (primarily Allen Bradley). The Controls Engineer diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. The Controls Engineer will be on call for one week every 5-6 weeks.- Responsible for observing and following all safety regulations with required PPE.
+ Areas of responsibility include the design or development of new process control systems or revision of existing processes; using data collection tools including MES and WonderWare Historian to identify projects which contribute to plant profitability; assist with preparing programs for industrial control systems
+ External contacts include consultants and suppliers to determine the compatibility of other systems, products and personnel as they may apply to industrial control systems.
+ Prepares data sheets, diagrams and flow charts needed for the correct and efficient operation of the plant equipment.
+ Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and work instructions.
+ Uses PLC / Controls tools to reduce process variations.
+ Analyzes operating problems, develops solutions and leads with implementation of corrective action.
+ Receives and collects, interprets and extrapolates data from the production process to monitor current performances against established baselines.
+ Makes recommendations to improve efficiencies.
+ Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and program PLC’s, drives and operator interfaces – Allen Bradley, WonderWare, CTI and Siemens drives.
+ Other duties as assigned.
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_What do you bring?_
+ Four-year technical degree preferred or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
+ 5 or more years of progressive designing and commissioning control systems.
+ Plant manufacturing experience preferred.
+ Proven PLC programming experience(primarily Allen Bradley and CTI).
+ Project management experience.
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
_Why work for us?_
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home (http://bit.ly/purpose-sgna) .
Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “ Making-the World a Better Home ”.
_What are our perks?_
We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options (https://bit.ly/2RZtfYI) includes, but is not limited to:
+ Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
+ Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
+ Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
+ Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
+ Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
+ Employee Recognition Programs
+ PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
+ LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
The Controls Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing engineering solutions for plant operations, quality, processing and logistics teams; managing projects, ensuring safe operations for employees and contractors.- This position is the plant’s support person for automation, sensors, PLC’s, HMI’s, drives, servos, historian and industrial networks – ProfiBus and Ethernet I/P.
Possess the skills knowledge and abilities to program PLC’s (primarily Allen Bradley). The Controls Engineer diagnoses malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem. The Controls Engineer will be on call for one week every 5-6 weeks.- Responsible for observing and following all safety regulations with required PPE.
+ Areas of responsibility include the design or development of new process control systems or revision of existing processes; using data collection tools including MES and WonderWare Historian to identify projects which contribute to plant profitability; assist with preparing programs for industrial control systems
+ External contacts include consultants and suppliers to determine the compatibility of other systems, products and personnel as they may apply to industrial control systems.
+ Prepares data sheets, diagrams and flow charts needed for the correct and efficient operation of the plant equipment.
+ Develops and maintains standard operating procedures and work instructions.
+ Uses PLC / Controls tools to reduce process variations.
+ Analyzes operating problems, develops solutions and leads with implementation of corrective action.
+ Receives and collects, interprets and extrapolates data from the production process to monitor current performances against established baselines.
+ Makes recommendations to improve efficiencies.
+ Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and program PLC’s, drives and operator interfaces – Allen Bradley, WonderWare, CTI and Siemens drives.
+ Other duties as assigned.
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_What do you bring?_
+ Four-year technical degree preferred or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
+ 5 or more years of progressive designing and commissioning control systems.
+ Plant manufacturing experience preferred.
+ Proven PLC programming experience(primarily Allen Bradley and CTI).
+ Project management experience.
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
_Why work for us?_
At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home (http://bit.ly/purpose-sgna) .
Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “ Making-the World a Better Home ”.
_What are our perks?_
We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options (https://bit.ly/2RZtfYI) includes, but is not limited to:
+ Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
+ Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
+ Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
+ Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
+ Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
+ Employee Recognition Programs
+ PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
+ LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
Source : Saint-Gobain
