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Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

GlanbiaWest Haven, CT, US
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The Opportunity

Responsible for all controls and automation related activity in Connecticut facilities. Provide guidance and technical leadership to the engineering and maintenance teams as well as provide 24 / 7 support of the electrical and controls systems at multiple facilities. Must have experience with technologies ranging from the 1980’s thru the most modern up to date instrumentation, PLC’s, and HMI / SCADA systems.

This permanent position will report to the Sr. Engineering Maintenance Manager.

  • Develop high level plans for automation projects including system architecture, risk assessment, schedule, and resource planning
  • Establish good engineering / manufacturing disciplines and promote new ways of thinking that will produce best in class automation practices
  • Supervise PLC installation / modification design and programming
  • Supervise HMI installation and programming
  • Provide direction and supervision of electrical & controls portions of capital projects. Ensure installations conform to Glanbia standards and specifications
  • Lead investigation into controls related issues and recommend solutions
  • Lead controls repairs and upgrade on production equipment
  • Monitor and evaluate technology trends. Conduct research on leading edge technologies and determine proper fit / application for business needs.
  • Interfaces with all levels of management and employees to gather information and provide guidance for implementation.
  • Designs and conducts plant trials to determine the test methods, procedures, parts, and equipment needed to implement engineering changes.
  • Evaluate and recommend engineering changes to existing equipment that will ensure maximum productivity
  • Manage automation projects – schedules, scopes, vendor supervision, etc.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans for existing and future automation systems
  • Communicate and work closely with plant operations and maintenance departments. Develop effective working relationships with same
  • Support plant operations team with technical issues
  • Develop accurate and efficient Process and Instrument Drawings for projects through the use of customer specifications, general process descriptions, company standards and verbal instructions.
  • Communicate and work closely with the I.T. department. Cooperatively maintain existing, and develop new, technologies for effective and stable process controls and information systems (HMI’s, reports, etc)
  • Coordinates activities and reviews between General Contractor, Engineering firm(s), and the project team.
  • Assist in the development of startup and commissioning documents and training of plant staff.
  • Research and analyze data, such as engineering documents, design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine acceptability for project team goals.
  • Directs and coordinates installation activities to ensure products and systems conform to engineering design and specifications.
  • Drives the right technology for both immediate and long term growth

The Skills you will bring to the team

  • Requires a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and a minimum of 4 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Proficient with Automation Direct and Allen-Bradley PLC ControlLogix Platform and development Tools
  • In-depth knowledge of SCADA / HMI design, configuration, programing, testing, and troubleshooting
  • Experienced with closed loop controls and tuning
  • Familiarity of NEC and NFPA 70
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Demonstrated ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
  • Demonstrated ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
  • Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations
  • Comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures. Report all unsafe activities to supervisor and / or Human Resources
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
  • Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases.
  • Ability to utilize AutoCAD software to create and review technical drawings
  • Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.
  • Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc.
  • Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.

    • Where and how you will work

    The opportunity will be based in West Haven, CT.

    What we would like to offer you!

    The opportunity to develop your career on a global stage, continuous learning through an on-demand learning platform, and a competitive compensation package including staff discounts, generous family leave policy, health & dental plan, competitive salary, 401K.

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