Controls Engineer - Manufacturing

Role summary / purpose This role will primarily support gear machining manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment, lead problem-solving initiatives, and troubleshoot machinery, robotics, and automation issues. Key responsibilities • Develop and implement improvements to control systems and equipment using Factory Information Systems FIS data • Lead problem solving in resolving equipment performance issues and troubleshooting to find root cause and fixes • Assist in the training of manufacturing personnel and plant electricians • Assist in integration of controls into IT systems like Factory Information Systems FIS, Error Proofing QWX and QTS • Troubleshoot machinery, robot automation, and controls issues and downtime • Use FIS plant monitoring software to review cycle times of equipment • Review and coordinate project installations • Reprogram equipment for engineering changes and improvements • Maintain program backups for machinery and automation • Program new installations of automation machinery, material handling, and robots • Review risk assessments as part of a team evaluating equipment safety Requirements – education & experience • Minimum 5 years of experience as a Controls Engineer • Manufacturing background in a high-volume production environment • Strong hands-on CNC experience • Experience supporting gear machining/manufacturing • Ability to work with maintenance vendors and other process team members when required Required skills • PLC Controller experience with Siemens, Rexroth, and Allen Bradley • Microsoft Suite familiarity (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) • Leadership and outstanding interpersonal, teambuilding, and communication skills Nice-to-have / preferred skills • Effective oral and written communication skills • Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience • 8D and 5Why corrective action and problem-solving skills • Lean Tools (5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping) • Familiarity with UL508A requirements and NFPA79 • Siemens Step 7 and TIA Portal programming and troubleshooting • Siemens power line and solution line configuration and programming • Fanuc controls troubleshooting • CNC troubleshooting Employment details – type, location, hours Fully onsite position. Application process / how to apply Please highlight the candidate's CNC experience, Controls Engineering background, and high-volume manufacturing experience at the very top of the resume.