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Senior Controls Specialist

Convergix Automation

Senior Controls Specialist

Fayetteville, Arkansas

We are seeking talented and energetic individuals to join our growing team!

Greatness takes continuous evolution.

That's why we're bringing together relentless problem solvers, proven processes, and audacious thinkers. We are driving to become one unrivaled force in automation - pushing what's possible for ourselves and our customers.

One team. Any challenge.

Convergix is a global automation systems integrator that serves diverse end markets. We design, build, test, and integrate custom solutions to automate our customers’ operations with a focus on solving unique challenges that others struggle to address. As a team, we are on an improvement journey in pursuit of our vision: to become the ultimate trusted partner to our customers, capable of solving any industrial automation challenge with our passionate people, world renowned processes and diverse experience. If you want to join a team whose mission is to elevate the automation industry, we want to hear from you! Learn more about us:

The Role

We are thrilled to announce immediate openings for Senior Controls Specialists at our Fayetteville, Arkansas branch. Have you accumulated extensive experience as a Controls Engineer, contributing to essential sectors that drive innovation? Have you led technical projects from inception to completion and are eager to further develop your leadership skills? If you meet these criteria, you could be the perfect fit for our team. Join the team at Convergix and make a lasting impact with your expertise.

The Senior Controls Specialist will collaborate with the Controls Engineering Manager, Technical Leaders, and cross-functional teams to support meeting the vision of the Controls group with proving insight and ideas on improvements (processes, standards, best practices, and tools) that boost the team’s effectiveness and efficiency. This position reports to the Director of Operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide expertise and guidance to the engineering team during the early project stages to develop functional specifications and set design direction.
  • Design and develop code for automation equipment (PLCs, HMIs) aligning with functional requirements and Convergix's internal programming standards.
  • Responsible for project performance, by acting as the Controls Project Lead, with respect to achieving/defining functional targets, meeting/beating project budgets, ensuring on-time delivery of scope, and delivering an extraordinary customer experience.
  • Responsiblefor driving the best controls solution to meet the functional requirements of the projects by applying best practices and standards while working with the cross-functional team.
  • Drivehigh engineering excellence into projects through the application of critical thinking, judgement, and strong risk management strategies.
  • Drivecontrols specific project meetings (offline programming reviews, design reviews, Stage-Gates, etc), as led by the Controls Project Lead, to articulate risks, challenges, and approaches to gain confidence from internal teams and the customer.
  • Supportproject status updates, forecasting, and issues/risks to the Project Manager or Controls Team Leads proactively, while proposing developing plans to ensure successful projects.
  • Supportcoaching and mentoring of project team members success through active oversight of Offline programming, Commissioning, Product testing, deliverables, and cross-functional support.
  • Debug and commission control systems during integration at Convergix's facility and customer sites.
  • Conduct comprehensive testing of machine functionality to ensure the integrity and compliance of the system with customer specifications.
  • Travel to customer and supplier sites for installation, commissioning, and training purposes.
  • Collaborate with the systems design department and other teams to continuously enhance controls technology integration for improved safety, functionality, and cost-efficiency.
  • Ensure adherence to labor and material budgets and scheduled delivery dates.
  • Work collaboratively with customers, project managers, designers, toolmakers, and electricians to provide comprehensive and functional automation systems.
  • Prepare accurate documentation for each project including operator, maintenance, and training manuals for each project.
  • Provide technical problem-solving support and training to customers.
Note: The nature of the role may require working over weekends or outside standard business hours. Trips to customer sites in North America several times per year, with travel expectations of up to 20% of your time, typically lasting 1-2 weeks.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential
  • 10+ years of proven controls programming and commissioning experience within industrial automation
  • 5+ years of proven leadership experience, leading large projects and teams within industrial automation projects
  • Eagerness to troubleshoot equipment, assist with assembly/build, and check wiring.
  • Experience with PLCs and HMIs
  • A strong drive for continuous learning and growth in the field of industrial automation.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team and interacting with diverse customers.
  • Senior skill level with Rockwell/AB controls and FactoryTalk View HMIs
  • Proven track record of delivering successful projects on time, on budget, and with customer satisfaction.
  • A background in debugging, testing, and solving programming, mechanical, and electrical problems.
  • Reliable transportation and an ability to travel; Controls Specialist at CGX ON/ARK should have the ability to travel within the US and Canada.
Desirable
  • Diligent attention to detail and the ability to think through unique and potentially abstract project constraints is preferred.
  • Portfolio showcasing projects where significant contributions were made is preferred.
  • Experience with robotic line tracking and palletizing applications is preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or comparable) is preferred.

Physical Demands
  • While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
  • Occasionally lifts or move up to 25 pounds.
Perks of Being Part of the Team

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package including:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans
  • 401K, including company match
  • Company-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage for you and your spouse/children
  • Company-paid short and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid-time off and company-paid holidays
  • Profit Sharing
What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are the foundation on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.
  • Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
  • Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
  • Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.

Convergix is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to any protected characteristic under applicable law.

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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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