Control Engineer

Control Engineer

Location: Middlesex, NC

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 5 months
• Pay Rate: $65.00-$70.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. [Export-control compliance required. See recruiter for eligibility details.]
• Relocation: Relocation benefits are available for those within the United States willing to relocate to Middlesex, NC.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for the design, specification, and implementation of electrical systems to support production equipment and manufacturing processes. This includes machine guarding and controls, tooling, fixtures, gauges, material handling, and processing documentation. The position exists to support and provide production associates with the tools required to perform the job in a manner to meet all requirements. Making what matters work takes the passion of every employee around the world, creating an environment where creativity, invention, and discovery become reality each and every day - a place where bold, bright professionals can reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Standardization of electrical systems throughout the Middlesex plant
• Infrastructure (plant grid planning / cost savings / carbon footprint reduction)
• Equipment needs (PLC logic / component / electrical design)
• Define Safety (Mesh 8.0 - Machine & equipment safeguarding) rollout plan
• Implement electrical safety systems to support Mesh 8.0
• Standardization and verification of safety-related electrical design
• Provide engineering support for EHS projects as necessary
• Provide support for the electrical safety program for the Middlesex plant
• Industry 4.0 - Rollout
• Define equipment needs to support I4.0 Tools (data collection / real-time dashboards)
• Develop architecture for interconnection between machine and human
• Implement predictive maintenance systems and alerts on key equipment features (fault codes)
• Develop PLC logic to support the collection and analysis of manufacturing data to implement process improvements
• Support MEs with automation projects / Capex Projects
• PLC programming standards / error proofing strategy / Industry 4.0
• Design processes to ensure that components and assemblies meet all internal and external customer quality specifications (Client Quality System, AS9100, and NADCAP); ensure processes are efficient in terms of capital intensity by implementing Lean Six Sigma tools
• Work with electrical suppliers and purchasing to procure equipment, tooling, and supplies as required
• Work with maintenance to improve predictive maintenance programs on key processes
• Mentor others in Manufacturing Engineering competencies, processes, and lean concepts
• Work directly with manufacturing operators to troubleshoot and improve processes, including fabrication, assembly, measuring, and testing of products produced
• Collect and analyze manufacturing data and metrics to aid in design and improvement of processes
• Assist MEs during equipment and process sign-off and approvals; specify electrical run-off criteria and equipment support documentation
• Proficient at AIAG or equivalent tools for Measurement System Analysis, Capability Analysis, SPC, and FMEA
• Provide support to launch capex projects through ProLaunch as required to achieve a flawless launch
• Perform electronic development tasks like system architecture and circuit design to ensure compliance of all functional, performance, and environmental requirements
• Research, recommend, innovate, architect, and evaluate new electronic technology and designs
• Define expectations for 3rd party safety reviews

Required Experience

• Minimum two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing environment

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Experience with EHS electrical design and standardization
• Experience in electronic system fault diagnostics and reporting
• Experience with electrical design and execution of automation projects
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 (predictive maintenance / human machine interface)

Required Skills

• PLC programming and logic development
• Electrical system design and standardization
• Machine guarding and electrical safety systems
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP quality standards
• Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies
• AIAG or equivalent tools for Measurement System Analysis, Capability Analysis, SPC, and FMEA
• System architecture and circuit design
• Data collection and manufacturing data analysis

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering discipline from an accredited institution

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline from an accredited institution (required)

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This global power management company has been at the heart of industrial innovation for over a century, operating in more than 170 countries with revenues of approximately $20.8 billion. With approximately 160,000 employees worldwide, the organization develops intelligent power management technologies spanning electrical systems, aerospace components, vehicle powertrain solutions, and data center infrastructure - products embedded in the critical systems that keep modern society running. Teams here include electrical engineers, power systems specialists, aerospace technicians, software developers, and supply chain professionals, all working toward advancing the global energy transition and helping customers use power more efficiently and sustainably.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-16753 Industry: Engineering

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