Controls Engineer
On-site · Gastonia, North Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Controls Engineer to implement and support automated processes in our facility, drive improvements in safety, ergonomics, quality, productivity, and cost reductions. Focus on maintaining controls and automation solutions tied to production equipment, PLC-based control systems, and integration with other equipment. Responsibilities include maintaining equipment per policy, managing vendors and projects, optimizing layouts and processes, programming/troubleshooting automated systems (PLC, networking, camera vision), documenting processes, cross-functional collaboration with operators, R&D, QA, and management, mentoring others in automation, and adapting schedules as needed. Requires an associate degree in engineering and 5+ years in manufacturing automation, with expertise in PLCs, HMIs, troubleshooting, Siemens S7/TIA Portal, VFDs, tension controls, and knowledge of OSHA guidelines. Perks include comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development. The role is based in Gastonia, NC, with in-person work arrangement.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Associate’s degree in engineering (Electrical, or Electronics) minimum.
- 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Direct experience with implementing, maintaining, and operating automation, PLCs, and packaging equipment.
- Must have expert experience in automation, PLCs, HMIs and trouble shooting. (in FBD, STL)
- Siemens Simatic Manager, TIA Portal preferred
- Familiar with tension controls of material webs and mixing systems.
- Familiar with replacing and setting up VFDs, tension controls
- Must have strong interpersonal skills, effective oral and written communication skills, and proficiency in computer applications.
- Must have knowledge of OSHA regulations and guidelines and ability to prepare and maintain required documentation.
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