Controls Engineer

To develop, direct and coordinate projects for Amcor Flexibles North America which involve both mechanical and electrical components.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

Acts as a safety leader. Demonstrates safety leadership by complying with all safety rules, policies, regulations and procedures;

participating in safety programs, and encouraging employee involvement from all employees in all safety activities. Supports all written safety programs and safety training.

• Design electrical control systems for industrial automation equipment (480V and below)
• Evaluate and propose alternative components and automation strategies to enhance efficiency, product quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness
• Perform programming (new and modifications) of control devices, including Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, Servos, and Vision Cameras
• Develop electrical specifications for new equipment and ensure compliance by working closely with vendors throughout the quotation, design, and build phases
• Develop, manage, and support capital projects, including conducting Root Cause Analysis and implementing corrective actions
• Experience with Fanuc robot control
• Determines customer’s needs by identifying problems and safety concerns. Develop and evaluate alternate solutions to narrow down and define project scope.
• Coordinates, prepares and / or assembles the engineering package / project documentation for each assigned project.
• Provides the purchasing services for project materials required. This includes : reviewing potential vendors, contact with vendors, coordinating with the Purchasing Department, issuing purchase orders, some price negotiation, and expediting delivery.
• Coordinates project costs, project scheduling, and supplying pertinent communication for projects that may vary in terms of scope and responsibilities.
• Determine materials required for each project including reviewing potential vendors, issuing purchase requisitions and expediting delivery when necessary
• Interfaces with people, departments, and / or companies to ensure that equipment is safe, made on schedule and to specification
• Coordinates or assists with installation, checkout, start-up and training as necessary.
• Provides engineering support and troubleshooting to the plant when machine breakdown issues cannot be solved by maintenance.
• Actively participates on Continuous Improvement projects and leads teams as requested.

WHAT WE VALUE

Technical Expertise : Demonstrates growing knowledge of engineering standards and shows ability to apply concepts and theories to resolve increasingly complex issues.

Looks to external sources to keep up with current industry.

• Project Management : Begins acting as project or team leader with increasing ownership of projects. Shows increased ability in performing cost analysis and managing project costs.
• Decision Making and Analysis : Examines information from internal / external sources. Is not afraid to make decisions, seek clarification on conflicting data and consult with colleagues
• Communication : Has an understanding of what information is relevant and tailors communication appropriately. Keeps manager and colleagues informed on projects
• Leadership : Approaches challenging tasks with a can-do’ attitude. Willingness to take an independent position in the face of opposition.

Distinguishes tasks that can be delegated to others to maximize overall contribution

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU

• A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering field with 3- 6 years of experience.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing verbiage, process, tools, etc.
• Understanding of business processes and process improvement
• Exceptional analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
• Travel approximately up to 10% of the time to support plants
• Ability to support onsite 24 hours on call schedule during project go lives.
16 days ago