Automation and Controls Engineer

Automation and Controls EngineerLocation: Aiken, SC, USA 29801Function: ManufacturingAudience: Experienced ProfessionalWork Arrangement: On SiteRequisition ID: 69280PRIMARY PURPOSEAutomation and Electrical Controls Engineer has responsibility for overall Automations and Electrical Maintenance Operations at the Aiken manufacturing facility. They are responsible for all aspects of the electrical maintenance processes, and use engineering skills to drive improvements in safety, productivity, and quality, while reducing costs and assuring environmental compliance.Reports To: Maintenance LeaderSpan of Control: Supports all technical, manufacturing, and quality processesDirect Reports: no direct reportsJOB RESPONSIBILITIESLead Safety for an injury free work environmentEducates team members on safe maintenance work processes and proceduresAdheres to, and continuously improves, all Plant and position-specific safety policies, procedures, and standardsEnsures a safe, clean and environmentally compliant work environment and builds a culture where safety is a first priorityEffectively communicates Owens Corning's stand of safety with external parties and ensures that they work according to our safety standardsGood knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70, and 70E, including Arc FlashDeveloping TalentDevelops and executes training plans for maintenance personnel and creates a continuous learning environment for employeesCo-leads and coaches the primary maintenance workforce and drives their engagementPromotes a work environment characterized by mutual trust and respect, open and honest communications, teamwork, and a passion for winningServes as a technical expert and invests in the growth and development of othersWorks closely with the Operation Department in a team-based environment that is designed to manage in a manner that will ensure continuously improving machine performance and employee efficiencyLeading Automations Maintenance OperationsProvide electrical, controls and automation support to automation projects, Plant production, packaging, and utility operationsSupport Plant Maintenance and Operations Teams in system and equipment troubleshooting and in technology transferTrain maintenance technicians and operators on new technology to allow proper maintenance and troubleshootingReliability Champion for Motor Circuit Analysis and thermography PdM programsSupport breakdown analysis process and create One Point Lessons (OPLs) to support knowledge transferEnsures the proper routine electrical maintenance of Plant equipmentPromotes the service and quality culture in the department to meet/exceed established goalsDevelops and executes Preventive and Predictive Maintenance programsImproves the reliability of the plant power systems through preventative and predictive maintenance and capital improvementsIdentifies and captures opportunities for reliability performance and cost improvementResponsible for maintaining an up-to-date and complete set of as‑built electrical and controls documentation, including automation device database (HMI's, VFD's, PLC's, IP addresses)Provides instrumentation, PLC, HMI, VFD's, AspenTech, and hardware support to the Plant Maintenance StaffSite Electrical expert for all voltages between 5VDC to 12.47kVElectrical and automation troubleshooting: diagnosing problems by applying various troubleshooting techniques with the use of computers, PLC's, voltage meters, current meters, oscilloscopes, and electrical formulasSupport Plant team and MTCE Leadership in performing skills and training needs assessment for maintenance craft personnel, develop and assist with execution of training plan to advance their troubleshooting, electrical safety, and programming skillsPerforms root‑cause failure analysis and develops troubleshooting guides for site equipmentThe above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusiveJOB REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree in EngineeringFive years of automation and control engineering experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong safety awareness, commitment and safety leadershipExperience working with 480 VExperience leading projects (Capital, Focused Improvement)Strong knowledge of PLC based controls, HMI applications, and programming (Siemens)Availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required by operational support needsEXPERIENCEExperience working with Siemens PLC strongly preferred (Variable Frequency Drives)Six Sigma/Lean manufacturing experience preferredUnderstanding of Profi‑Net and Ethernet Communication and Network TechnologyUnderstanding of 15 KV Electrical DistributionUnderstanding of Coordinated Multi Drive SystemUnderstanding of Siemens WinCCExperience working with Siemens Step 7, Simotion Scout, Simocode, LADUnderstanding of Siemens PLCs and Process AutomationExperience in continuous manufacturingExpertise in guard systemsBe responsive to the needs of the plant (will be on call)Experience utilizing SAP or other MMS programs and Microsoft Office productsDemonstrated ability to work both strategically and hands‑onProject scheduling skillsGeneral knowledge of Total Productive Maintenance and maintenance processes preferredFamiliarization with lean manufacturing processesA proven track record of driving results by engaging othersDemonstrated ability to coach and guide for resultsDemonstrated ability to organize/lead multi‑functional teams to achieve plant objectivesExperience in mechanical and hydraulic/pneumatic systemsFamiliarity with equipment criticality rankings, FMEAs, RCAs, and other reliability toolsKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESKnowledge of database systemsDemonstrated troubleshooting skillsDevelop PeopleCompetitively drive resultsExcellent communication skills (written and oral) to effectively communicate with people across all levels of the organizationComplete Sinamics S120/G120 Maintenance and TroubleshootingOwens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.#J-18808-Ljbffr