Controls and Automation Engineer

Job-ID: 4938Category: Mfg EngineeringLocation: Grand Island, NE, United StatesSchedule: Full time, DayPosted: 2026-10-13Brand: Overhead Door/Ribbon· Works as an integral part of the plant engineering and maintenance group· Individual contributorThis position will be responsible for programming automation and control systems involving PLCs (programmable logic controllers)Must have proven experience in PLC logic and programming specifically with Allen Bradley controllers.Must be able to create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming, simulation, testing and start-up.Will provide engineering support to the facility as directedDevelop and maintain production equipment programming, including but not limited to PLC, robot and camera systems.Provide sound technical support to the production areas to include process improvements, new equipment implementation as well as new project support.Help develop new process methods, design and implement those methods.Maintain and implement changes to production automation equipment programming.Trouble shoot production automation equipment/fixturing/programming and teach other technical team members the same.Specify, justify and/or purchase industrial automation software/hardware for new equipment and processes in coordination with Corporate Engineering and Information Technology.Develop and maintain standard PLC programs.Support other Overhead Door facilities projects.Review and define electrical hardware specifications.Create and maintain technical documentation.Comply with all internal and external production quality management systems and directives.Provide support in developing manufacturing methods and processes.Coordinate launch of new assembly processes.Assist Engineering, Maintenance and Production Team members in project work and machine down situations.Assist with integration of equipment to production processes.Will provide engineering services to facility as directed by manufacturing Engineering Manager.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsBS in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering2 – 5 years’ experience in a similar position is desired.Experience with Allen Bradley PLC’s is desired.Experience in metals manufacturing a plus.Strong analytical capability and statistical literacy.Self-motivated and able to work with little supervision by consistently taking the initiative to get things done.Ability to consistently make timely decisions even in the face of complexity.Possess excellent verbal/written communication, interpersonal and customer-oriented skills.Project Management skillsExperience in applying TPM, DOE, Cellular Mfg, VSM, 5S, Pareto, SMEDConfidence, strong interpersonal skills.A range of communication skills from shop floor personnel to executive presentations.Experienced in production setup and process flow implementation.