Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer • Winston-Salem, NC, US Responsibilities Provide high-quality electrical and process engineering solutions to support various electrical and machine controls systems in a fast‑paced, 24 x 7 manufacturing environment. Track daily production/quality metrics and plan reactionary measures as needed. Solve process issues through data analysis, experimentation, and collaboration with subject matter experts utilizing Six Sigma/SPC tools. Own performance of key attributes: develop and maintain tracking tools, report on daily discrepancies, and manage long‑term performance. Lead and/or work closely with technicians to resolve equipment and process issues. Provide incremental training on new equipment or process changes to technicians or operations. Provide engineering expertise for fundamental understanding of manufacturing issues. Lead projects involving cost reduction, process optimization, and new products/processes. Actively engage in plant safety initiatives and projects. Ensure all equipment and processes are safe to operate and safety procedures such as Lock‑Out/Tag‑Out are always followed; understand NEC and other pertinent safety codes. Required Qualifications BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with demonstrated controls aptitude. Ability to debug and monitor PLC code – ladder logic. Highly motivated and strong electrical aptitude. Sound understanding of AC/DC electrical theory and practical application thereof. Ability to identify and correct potential safety or environmental issues before they occur. Good problem‑solving skills; ability to reach first‑principles understanding. Working knowledge of data analysis techniques using Microsoft Excel, Access, SQL, and/or PowerBI. Ability to generate and interpret electrical drawings. Knowledge of ANSI standards, NFPA and NEC applicable Electrical Codes. Ability to participate on or lead project or process improvement teams by communicating with all levels of the organization. Desired Skills 2 years of manufacturing experience. Experience and/or understanding of Six Sigma techniques. Strong diagnostic skills on electro‑mechanical systems. Self‑starter able to exceed expectations with minimal supervision. Extensive experience with various electro‑mechanical systems. Experience with Allen Bradley controllers and associated hardware including PLC and I/O devices, motion control, various communication protocols, field wiring and disconnect devices. Experience with various electro‑mechanical devices (e.g., servo motors, valves and sensing devices). Experience with industrial vision systems and scanning devices. Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor or other 3D modeling software. Travel Requirements Less than 5% Hours of work/work schedule/flex‑time 8 hours/day; 40 hours/week. This position requires off‑hours coverage on nights and weekends on a rotating basis with co‑workers ( Other This position does not support immigration sponsorship. The range for this position is $88,834.00 - $122,148.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job‑related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. Benefits Company‑wide bonuses and long‑term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. We provide a 100% company‑paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on age and years of service. Our health and well‑being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company‑paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family. Recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions. #J-18808-Ljbffr