Electrical and Controls Engineer - Vitro

Vitro is the largest glass manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere and the largest glass producer in North America.  Vitro’s glass products can be found in some of the most iconic vehicles on the road, in countless buildings and homes around the world, and in billions of glass containers produced every year.  With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, we have expanded our global footprint and cemented our leadership role in the industries in which we operate. 

At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create value and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. Together, we will realize the full potential of glass to shape how we move, build, and live in the future.

Vitro takes active steps to protect the environment and supports several initiatives that promote protection of the environment and reduction of energy consumption in the glass manufacturing process. Our products and technologies reduce energy consumption and emissions in buildings and vehicles, and we minimize the use of natural resources in manufacturing.

Together, we have the power to make more than glass. We can make the future a brighter place for years to come.

Vitro Architectural Glass

Vitro Architectural Glass manufactures a broad range of industry-leading, energy-efficient products such as Solarban®, Sungate® and Starphire Ultra-Clear® glasses.  Throughout our storied history, collaboration and innovation have been central to our advancements. Today, the key to our success continues to lie in the strength of our partnerships. With a foundation formed on trust, teamwork and shared excitement, the possibilities for impactful innovations in glass are truly endless.

With manufacturing facilities throughout the U.S. and Mexico, Vitro Architectural Glass is committed to sustainable manufacturing processes and products.  Vitro also operates one of the world’s largest glass research and development facilities in Pittsburgh, PA and has four residential glass fabrication plants in Canada.

For more information, visit our Website:  www.vitroglazings.com 

Electrical & Controls Engineer Postion Details: 

This position will be located at the Carlisle Plant in Carlisle, PA, the Wichita Falls Plant, in Wichita Falls, TX or the Vitro Glass Technology Center in Cheswick, PA.

The Electrical & Controls Engineer will supervise the safety, quality, cost and timely design, installation and checkout of assigned electrical and process control systems for the production, fabrication and distribution facilities of the Vitro Architectural Glass business.

Glass Engineering provides complete engineering services to Vitro glass facilities worldwide and is a leader in the advancement and development of new technology.  The Engineer is responsible for developing designs for electrical processes and equipment for new and existing facilities.  Contact is required with other associates to effectively coordinate the work. He/She may supervise contract engineers, draftsmen, and CAD operators in the preparation of electrical drawings, specifications, estimates, documentation and other activities needed to accomplish project objectives.  It is the Engineer's responsibility to make certain that drawings and specifications produced are accurate, clear, and concise.

The Engineer regularly reviews progress of projects during design, fabrication, and installation to ensure expenditures will not exceed the authorized amounts and that schedules are met.  He/She maintains communications with all plants to provide consultation and assists in the solution of engineering problems.

The Engineer will normally be expected to manage and coordinate projects in the department, often directing other technical personnel in the process.  It is desirable for him/her to have a knowledge of glass or industrial manufacturing technology.  He/She should possess an advanced knowledge of the principles of electrical engineering, programming industrial systems, and automation.  Examples include PLC, HMI programming, drives and motion control systems, computer systems and networks; as well as electrical troubleshooting.  He/She should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of all phases of engineering.

The Engineer works independently under the direction of a Senior Staff Engineer and has the primary responsibility for the technical and financial performance of a given project.  He/She develops practical engineering solutions to problems arising in the course of the design and installation of the project.  He/she will work frequently with installation contractors and equipment vendors to ensure successful installation and startup of equipment.  Working with Purchasing, he/she analyzes bids and makes decisions relating to fabricators and equipment suppliers.  The performance of the job responsibilities require that approximately 20 – 40% of time be spent in travel, which can be international as well as domestic.

• Evaluate production needs and problems and provide conceptual solutions
• Design control systems for glass manufacturing processes
• Program PLC, HMI, motion control systems
• Create specifications for equipment procurement and installation
• Understand networking concepts and work with network design and configuration teams
• Supervise installation of systems
• Startup and debug control systems

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or Process Control Engineering
• 5 years of experience in electrical engineering and industrial automation.
• Programming strength
• Expertise in networking systems
• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Must possess creative thinking ability
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work to a schedule
• Ability to supervise contract engineering services and installation contractors
• 20 – 40% travel, primarily in North America, both US & Mexico