Control Engineer

the Client • Middlesex, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Control Engineer designs, specifies, and implements electrical systems that support production equipment and manufacturing processes, including machine guarding and controls, tooling, fixtures, gauges, material handling, and processing documentation. The role provides production associates with the tools needed to perform their work in accordance with requirements. It supports the Middlesex plant through electrical-system standardization, infrastructure planning, machine safety, Industry 4.0 initiatives, automation projects, quality, and process improvement.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• PLC programming and logic development skills.
• Electrical system design and standardization skills.
• Knowledge of machine guarding and electrical safety systems.
• Familiarity with AS9100 and NADCAP quality standards.
• Knowledge of Lean Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency with AIAG or equivalent tools for Measurement System Analysis, Capability Analysis, SPC, and FMEA.
• System architecture and circuit design skills.
• Data collection and manufacturing data analysis skills.
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline from an accredited institution.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with EHS electrical design and standardization.
• Experience in electronic system fault diagnostics and reporting.
• Experience with electrical design and execution of automation projects.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0, including predictive maintenance and human-machine interfaces.
• Bachelor's degree in an electrical engineering discipline from an accredited institution.

Responsibilities

• Standardize electrical systems throughout the Middlesex plant.
• Support plant infrastructure planning, cost savings, and carbon-footprint reduction.
• Define equipment needs, including PLC logic, components, and electrical design.
• Define a Mesh 8.0 machine and equipment safeguarding rollout plan; implement and verify safety-related electrical systems and designs.
• Provide engineering support for EHS projects and the plant electrical safety program.
• Define equipment and tools for Industry 4.0, including data collection and real-time dashboards.
• Develop architecture for interconnection between machines and people.
• Implement predictive maintenance systems and alerts for key equipment features, including fault codes.
• Develop PLC logic to collect and analyze manufacturing data for process improvements.
• Support Manufacturing Engineers with automation and capital expenditure projects, PLC programming standards, error-proofing strategy, and Industry 4.0 initiatives.
• Design processes to meet internal and external customer quality specifications, including Client Quality System, AS9100, and NADCAP, while improving capital efficiency using Lean Six Sigma tools.
• Work with electrical suppliers and purchasing to procure equipment, tooling, and supplies.
• Work with maintenance to improve predictive maintenance programs on key processes.
• Mentor others in Manufacturing Engineering competencies, processes, and lean concepts.
• Work directly with manufacturing operators to troubleshoot and improve fabrication, assembly, measurement, and testing processes.
• Collect and analyze manufacturing data and metrics to support process design and improvement.
• Assist Manufacturing Engineers with equipment and process sign-off and approvals; specify electrical run-off criteria and equipment support documentation.
• Use AIAG or equivalent tools for Measurement System Analysis, Capability Analysis, SPC, and FMEA.
• Support capital-project launches through ProLaunch as required.
• Perform electronic development tasks, including system architecture and circuit design, to meet functional, performance, and environmental requirements.
• Research, recommend, innovate, architect, and evaluate electronic technologies and designs.
• Define expectations for third-party safety reviews.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement fund
• Relocation benefits are available to eligible candidates within the United States willing to relocate to Middlesex, NC.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level