Controls Engineer (job description)

We have partnered with a Global Packaging and Printing Company to lead a search for their Controls Engineer role near Cincinnati Ohio.

·         The Controls Engineer provides technical support for all areas of automation and control systems within the manufacturing environment.

·         Organizes, analyzes, and presents interpretations of data for operational issues or engineering projects.

·         The Controls Engineer is responsible for defining control system requirements necessary to fulfill equipment and process needs.

·         Reports to the Engineering Manager

Primary Responsibilities:                         

·         Support the manufacturing activities 

·         Communicate and engage effectively with all levels of the organization to implement automation strategies and resolve technical issues.

·         Function as a technical expert for control systems, providing guidance and troubleshooting support for automation hardware and software.

·         Create and deliver training programs on control systems for various levels of the organization and serve as a resource in cross-functional teams.

·         Coach and develop operators and technicians in troubleshooting and maintaining control systems, ensuring rigorous application of automation best practices.

·         Become actively involved in daily control system operations when required to meet production schedules or resolve technical issues.

·         Conduct root cause analysis on control system failures, perform system capability studies, and implement preventive measures to avoid recurrence.

·         Routinely audit the performance of automation systems and report findings, driving improvements in operational efficiency.

·         Generate project cost estimates and schedules related to control system upgrades and new installations.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

·         Organizational, project management, problem-solving, as well as validation protocol, and technical writing capability

·         Proficient in SCADA Systems and PLC logic

·         Ability to trouble-shoot and diagnose automation and controls issues

·         Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean Concepts

·         Demonstrated Analytical Problem Solving

·         Resolution of operational impediments

·         Commercialization of processes and / or products

·         Effective capital equipment purchases

·         Cost effective scoping of levers associated with materials and equipment configuration, maximizing ROI