Corporate Controls & Automation Engineer

Atlas Roofing Corporation•Atlanta, GA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Atlas Roofing is seeking a Controls & Automation Engineer to support the AMP Engineering Department. The main objective of the role is to provide hands-on technical leadership to multiple plant locations in the area of process controls and automation. This role will lead automation and process improvement projects.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years hands-on work experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of measurable results
Minimum of 3 years experience with automation, controls, and/or robotics.
Advanced analytical skills, and creativity in solving problems/trouble shooting
Strong organizational skills in order to manage multiple short and long-term projects
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), with the ability to effectively work with others in a team environment
Basic detail and conceptual design skills
Experience with project management and implementation from the initial planning stages to completion
In-depth knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (Siemens/Rockwell) required
Competent with Mini-tab, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office software
Experience with Ignition or other SCADA platforms
Demonstrated initiative and the ability to handle complex assignments and be proactive
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar related discipline.

Nice To Haves

Experience in building materials or plastics manufacturing is a plus

Responsibilities

Supports preparation, installation, and maintenance of current and future automation projects. This includes understanding and abiding all safety practices, working with operations to provide input with quote preparation, and helping to prepare capital project requests.
The controls engineer will be the subject matter expert in PLCs, AC/DC drives, servo motors and other electrical and electronic devices, systems and networks
Design system structures, automation units and automated robotic cell layouts to continuously improve OEE.
The controls engineer must have experience in designing, implementing, and optimizing control loops, control strategies and will design, troubleshoot and optimize existing controls and processes and oversee the implementation of new equipment and process controls and automation.
Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgment in optimization of processes and products involving modifications to facilities, equipment, methods and materials. Ability to interpret mechanical design drawings for electrical requirements.
Works with plant engineers, corporate engineering and IT to develop and maintain consistent plant floor information systems to provide data access to the division.
Commissions new production equipment and controls and processes, monitors modifications and upgrades, and assists in troubleshooting existing processes.
Where appropriate, select and supervise external contractors and consultants to ensure they meet the requirements for function, cost, timing, and quality.
Makes observations and takes measurements directly, as well as collects and interprets data from other technical and operating staff involved in order to develop and implement process improvement.
Provides input into the maintenance management system for all controls and electrical and electronic systems and equipment