Automation and Controls Maintenance Engineer

Production Facilities•Dallas, TX

15d

About The Position

Is this you? Do you thrive on diagnosing complex machinery and bringing production lines back online quickly? Are PLC logic changes, backups, and hardware/software upgrades part of your daily toolkit? Does a role that blends hands-on repair, vendor coordination, training, and up to 50% travel sound like a great fit? Impact you’ll make Keep diverse production and processing equipment running with minimal downtime while also supporting building and facility upkeep. Target a 98% uptime across sites by troubleshooting, repairing, and optimizing machinery. Serve as a key conduit of information to the Site Manager, Division Manufacturing Manager, and Operations Managers when risks to operations arise. Core responsibilities Preventive maintenance: design, initiate, and maintain a cost-effective PM program. Inventory: conduct monthly selective counts; verify parts and supplies across multiple plants; manage critical spares. Procurement: order parts and consumables; monitor warranties and service guarantees and alert stakeholders before expiration. Vendors: plan and oversee contractor work and equipment installations. On-site support: assist with machinery installations; troubleshoot issues during site visits; assist maintenance techs with equipment work orders. Training: mentor local Mechanical Techs; provide oversight and training for new operators. Standards: uphold company policies, procedures, safety initiatives, and housekeeping best practices. Documentation: contribute to SOP development and maintain system backups. PLC and automation Maintain and troubleshoot PLC systems; execute program and logic modifications. Perform hardware and software upgrades and maintain current backups. Manage spare-parts inventory for controls and related systems. Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, MicroLogix, and Siemens Step 7 is advantageous. Travel Up to 50% travel supporting multiple locations.

Requirements

Engineering bachelor’s degree (required).
4+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment with strong electrical troubleshooting.
Hands-on expertise in mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electricity.
Computer and data-entry proficiency.
Language: interpret technical documents and regulations; produce reports and procedures; present effectively to internal and external groups.
Math: apply probability, statistics, geometry, trigonometry; work with fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
Reasoning: define problems, collect data, establish facts, and make sound conclusions; interpret complex technical instructions.
Technical: translate equipment design/capability into efficient operations; advanced electrical and mechanical skill set.
Exceptional time management and multitasking.
Steady, composed crisis management.
Strong employee relations and active listening.
Confident, consistent leadership with professional assertiveness.
Professional presence that reflects company standards.
Regular standing, walking, speaking, and hearing.
Frequent hand use (handling/feeling), reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
Occasional sitting.
Ability to routinely lift/move 35–50 lbs.
Vision: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Heavy Equipment Repair
Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
Electrical Troubleshooting
OSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)
Relay Testing
Pneumatics Troubleshooting
Powerhouse Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Repair Skills
Rigid Metal Conduit (RMT)
Industrial Electrical Experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, MicroLogix, and Siemens Step 7 is advantageous.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License and/or other relevant certifications for certain areas or equipment.

Responsibilities

Preventive maintenance: design, initiate, and maintain a cost-effective PM program.
Inventory: conduct monthly selective counts; verify parts and supplies across multiple plants; manage critical spares.
Procurement: order parts and consumables; monitor warranties and service guarantees and alert stakeholders before expiration.
Vendors: plan and oversee contractor work and equipment installations.
On-site support: assist with machinery installations; troubleshoot issues during site visits; assist maintenance techs with equipment work orders.
Training: mentor local Mechanical Techs; provide oversight and training for new operators.
Standards: uphold company policies, procedures, safety initiatives, and housekeeping best practices.
Documentation: contribute to SOP development and maintain system backups.
Maintain and troubleshoot PLC systems; execute program and logic modifications.
Perform hardware and software upgrades and maintain current backups.
Manage spare-parts inventory for controls and related systems.