Controls Engineer

POSITION TITLE:        Controls Engineer

DEPARTMENT:           Engineering

JOB SUMMARY

Plans, directs and coordinates technical aspects of manufacturing processes in operation of plant to ensure on-time product launches and shipments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops estimates for equipment, processes, tooling and labor for new products or changes to existing products
• Review projects including quotes, job specifications and resolves any differences in-between
• Systems Architecture including non-standard material and control panel power requirements & distributions
• Reviews specifications and standard practices – inclusive of internal hardwired and logic standards.
• Material ordering responsibilities, including advanced orders
• Assisting with Installation
• Debugging, launch, standby
• Ability to work on a team and independent
• Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Participates with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Coordinates with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
• Designs tools, fixtures, product/part, and machines.
• Performs manufacturing cost estimating and feasibility studies.
• Implements productivity and efficiency improvements.
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• Assists in establishing advanced quality engineering standards and procedures
• Takes the lead role in project development and implementation
• Participates in cross-functional teams procuring new technology, equipment, and processes, launching new processes and production equipment.
• Development and application of advanced technology.
• Empowerment to initiate corrective actions when problems which impact the quality of the product and /or quality system are identified.
• Coordinates all activities of assigned project to meet timing and budget constraints.
• Initiates and completes ECN's for new or existing products/processes.
• Responsible for adherence to all company safety and housekeeping rules.

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering, manufacturing experience preferred but not required.  3 – 5 years of experience.
• Must have strong analytical skills, problem solving skills and communication skills.  
• Knowledge in mechanical principles, machining practices, assembly and fabrication techniques, PPAP, and FMEA.

• Physical demands required:    Occasional lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and fingering.
• Environmental conditions:       Exposure to noise, atmospheric conditions and moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools or machinery.