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Controls Automation Engineer

Controls Automation Engineer

Channel Personnel ServicesColumbus, GA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

The  Senior Controls & Automation Engineer  is a critical technical leader focused on the  electrical systems, controls infrastructure, and advanced automation  within a high-volume manufacturing facility. This role is a key driver for the plant’s modernization strategy, including a significant multi-million dollar capital expenditure project aimed at upgrading and replacing obsolete controls (e.g., an ABB system divorce and new production equipment).

As one of the plant's dedicated controls resources, you will serve as the primary subject matter expert, taking ownership of both low and high-voltage electrical / controls infrastructure. This position requires deep technical expertise in PLCs, HMIs, and drives, coupled with the ability to lead complex projects, troubleshoot sophisticated issues, and ensure sustained operational success across a 24 / 7 manufacturing environment.

Automation, Modernization & Project Leadership

  • Capital Project Lead :  Serve as the Lead Electrical / Controls Engineer on major or complex capital projects, often exceeding $1M in scope, responsible for planning, execution, and timely milestone achievement.
  • System Migration :  Proactively develop and execute plans for the migration away from  obsolete or stranded equipment and control systems , ensuring high reliability and continuous production capacity.
  • Standardization :  Drive the  standardization and simplification  of common electrical parts, control systems, and programming logic across the plant to improve maintainability.
  • Efficiency :  Identify and implement innovative  automation solutions  to increase manufacturing efficiency, throughput, and product quality.
  • Robotics & Drives :  Manage, program, and troubleshoot robotic platforms (e.g., ABB, Fanuc) and complex  Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) and servo applications .

Controls & Infrastructure Ownership

  • Core Engineering :  Maintain, program, and troubleshoot all plant electrical and controls systems, demonstrating high proficiency with  Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI applications  (including network communications).
  • Electrical Infrastructure :  Act as the plant expert and owner for both  low and high-voltage electrical infrastructure , ensuring safe and reliable operation.
  • Documentation :  Ensure all  legacy control systems are documented , and meticulously create and maintain documentation for all new or modified systems and processes.
  • Quality & Safety :  Drive continuous improvement in product quality by linking process capability to controls performance, and support safety and environmental compliance efforts.

    • Operational Support & Compliance

  • Advanced Troubleshooting :  Provide high-level daily support for manufacturing operations, diagnosing and resolving complex electrical and control system failures to maintain safety and production effectiveness.
  • Safety Compliance :  Ensure strict application of the  NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace  related to arc flash energy and shock hazards.
  • Cross-Functional Support :  Work with the Process Engineering team and provide support to other departments, including assisting IT with basic plant infrastructure and HR / Safety with security access and camera systems.

    • Required Qualifications

    Technical & Educational Requirements

  • Education :  Bachelor's degree in  Electrical Engineering  or  Electrical Engineering Technology .
  • Experience :  A minimum of  3 years  of experience in  control systems engineering  in a continuous and / or discrete manufacturing environment.
  • Controls Proficiency :  Expert-level proficiency with  Allen-Bradley PLC and HMI programming  (including ladder logic, structured text, and communication protocols) and system design.
  • Safety Compliance :  Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply the  NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety .
  • Systems Knowledge :  Strong working knowledge and understanding of  Mechanical Systems  as they relate to control implementation.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with  Fanuc Robotics  or  Cognex Vision Systems .
  • Experience with  Wonderware  control software platforms.
  • Experience with  AutoCAD or Visio  software for drafting control schematics.
  • Knowledge of  Lean and Six Sigma  principles or experience with ISO / structured business operating models.
  • Experience with an ERP system (e.g., SAP).

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