Controls Engineer

Green Card or US Citizens

3rd Shift - 10pm-7am

As a member of the Engineering team, the Engineer will be responsible for all plant equipment controls engineering & improvement functions and overall plant operational support.

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:
• Develops implementation strategies for modifications to plant layout (AutoCAD) and production processes.
• Modifies programming for PLCs (typically Allen Bradley), HMIs, robots, vision inspection cameras, electric torque tools and plant automation as needed - often with and while directing Maintenance team.
• Troubleshoots problems with processes and hardware
• Coordinates with others in order to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions
• Provides technical assistance as needed
• Develops, and supervises all aspects of electrical control systems for plant equipment
• Responsible for installation and technical support of PLC based hardware and software
• Analyze plant processes, design, and implement improvements
• Maintain quality and safety standards
• Develops implementation strategies for modifications to plant layout and production processes
• Designs and/or specifies work fixtures and modifies as required by production
• Research and purchases tools and equipment as required
• Manages projects including installation and modifications of tools and equipment by contractors and internal Maintenance team
• Analyzes ergonomic concerns and implements solutions
• Manages facility alterations and improvements
• Instructs maintenance on modifications or repairs to production equipment
• Supervises Skilled Trades for projects and to cover Supervisor absences
• Ensures compliance with the following legislation: OHSA, CSA, ESA, PHSR, WSIB, Human Rights, Employment Standards, and Labor Relations
• Works safely, reporting hazards and unsafe conditions, and takes all reasonable measures to protect themselves, co-workers and direct reports
• Uses and or wears personal protective equipment that the company requires to be used or worn
• Performs any other duties as required in pursuance to the function of this position or as directed

Your Qualifications:
• Post-Secondary Education or Experiential Equivalency
• High School diploma is required
• Degree/Diploma in related Engineering/Automation discipline

Experience/Skill:
• 3 years' experience in a Controls Engineering position within the Manufacturing and/or Automotive Industry
• Understanding of JIT (just in time) manufacturing
• Strong understanding of industrial automation and safety requirements
• Lean Manufacturing
• Strong skills in ladder logic, preferably Allen-Bradley Systems; PLC5, SLC and ControLogix 5000-5580.
• Strong Skills in HMI Design, Preferably FactoryTalk View and Ignition; WonderWare. LabVIEW