Control Engineer

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Primary Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and designing control systems.
• Aid in the development and execution of bench tests.
• Modify software and equipment to ensure proper functioning of sensors and actuators.
• Provide support and troubleshooting for basic issues and change requests.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates, compiling necessary cost and equipment information, and drafting appropriation requests.
• Investigate project problems and requirements, develop solution plans in alignment with economic, personnel, and environmental considerations for review by more experienced Controls Engineers or Controls Engineering Manager.
• Potentially oversee the installation and technical support of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based hardware and software.

Key Competencies:

• Collaboration: Building partnerships and working collaboratively to achieve shared objectives.
• Effective Communication: Developing and delivering communications that convey a clear understanding to diverse audiences.
• Controls Engineering Knowledge: Applying controls hardware and software application by specifying, reviewing, and approving designs for new or upgrades to existing equipment.
• Controls Networking: Implementing technologies to transfer information within local production processes or into databases for operational enhancements.
• Controls Safety: Recognizing and addressing controls-related hazards in manufacturing environments to ensure safety protocols.
• Electrical System Troubleshooting: Analyzing electrical control systems to resolve issues and restore proper operation.
• Factory Automation and Control Systems: Implementing changes to automate manufacturing processes using technology and programming techniques.
• Manufacturing Analysis Led Design: Using digital tools to model and simulate manufacturing processes, equipment, and performance for data-driven decisions and continuous improvement.
• Manufacturing Prognostics: Applying prognostics techniques to predict and prevent equipment downtime.
• Controls System Security: Developing and implementing control system security measures to ensure manufacturing controls and systems are secure.
• Sensor Technology and Measurement: Selecting and applying sensor technology for accurate measurements and analysis.