Senior Controls Engineer

Senior Controls Engineer

Machine Solutions is the premier provider of advanced equipment and services for the medical device, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-collection industries. We support our customers' needs and growth by delivering quality and value through a wide breadth of products. Machine Solutions provides proprietary mechanical solutions to a variety of complex process, testing and device design challenges. Our equipment has become the industry standard for stent crimping, balloon catheter pleating and folding, catheter braiding and medical device manufacturing applications. As a pioneer in radio frequency technology, the company has continued to develop advancing technology for thermal forming, molding and welding plastic for medical manufacturing, biopharmaceutical, and blood- and plasma-processing applications. Our experienced team of engineers has been instrumental in automating manual processes that enable our customers to increase production volumes and profit margins, and we believe in providing a superior customer experience by designating resources to a dedicated aftermarket team that is always ready to provide technical service and process support. Machine Solutions is privately owned by BW Forsyth Partners, a Barry-Wehmiller company. BW Forsyth Partners is the investment arm of multibillion-dollar global manufacturing and engineering consulting firm Barry-Wehmiller. Established in 2009, BW Forsyth Partners blends Barry-Wehmiller's unparalleled legacy of value creation and people-centric culture development with keen investing experience to help companies realize their true potential. With a focus limited to areas known well, BW Forsyth Partners seeks to partner with leadership teams to acquire small- to middle-market companies in the capital and component equipment, and professional services sectors. In each of our operating companies, BW Forsyth Partners deploys operational improvements and strategy development without compromising the autonomy, strategic vision and entrepreneurial spirit of their leadership teams.

Job Description:

Senior Controls Engineer

JOB OVERVIEW:

Senior Controls Engineer's role designs, modifies, develops, writes and implements all aspects of electrical controls systems software and hardware relevant to equipment used for the processing of implantable medical devices. This role will have a broad scope of responsibility from creating electrical and pneumatic, to developing software and executing software test plans, writing test reports and system level troubleshooting.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as a subject matter expert in electrical systems and control software.
• Supports cross-functional teams in the design, development, and validation of new products.
• Identifies opportunities for innovation and process improvements that enhance quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborates with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of electrical, mechanical, and software components.
• Interfaces directly with customers to identify customer expectations and specifications.
• Interfaces with suppliers to select and develop the best available technical solutions.
• Participates in the development of strategic plans and road maps for the electrical engineering function.
• Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Reviews existing products suggests improvements and implements changes to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Demonstrates a deeper understanding of electrical, software, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems and components.
• Demonstrates an advanced knowledge of Omron, AB, Beckhoff, and C# software development from scratch.
• Mentors and develops team members, providing guidance on complex technical challenges.
• Responsible for leading small to medium sized projects or initiatives.
• Ad-hoc projects as needed

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Senior Controls Engineer must be able to perform the duties of a Controls Engineer II satisfactorily.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or relevant degree preferred
• 5-7 years of professional experience in a related role

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Advanced expertise in Omron, Allen-Bradley (AB), and Beckhoff automation systems, including PLC programming, HMI development, and integration with custom C# software applications built from the ground up.
• In-depth understanding of electrical, software, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, with the ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex multidisciplinary systems.
• Proven ability to identify and implement innovative solutions and process improvements to enhance product quality, increase operational efficiency, and reduce costs.
• Strong ability to interface directly with customers to understand and translate their expectations and specifications into actionable project requirements.