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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