Controls Engineer

Salaried/Skilled Trades NSG Group•Northwood, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineer will be responsible for providing safe, reliable, and ergonomic systems and machines for all supported NSG Plants. This role involves configuring systems and database settings for new cells and parts, programming various automation equipment, and modifying existing production equipment. The engineer will also contribute to developing and maintaining cost-effective general specifications and standards for machine controls and programming, and coordinate all project controls/electrical activities to ensure project targets are met. A significant part of the role includes hands-on programming, debugging, and troubleshooting of automation equipment, as well as providing analysis and solutions for manufacturing problems. The engineer will also focus on improving team member safety through process improvements and conducting system/equipment training. Designing and redesigning equipment, ensuring compliance with codes, and creating/maintaining software program instructions are also key responsibilities. Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles is expected, along with other duties assigned by the manager.

Requirements

B.S. in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science Engineering – or equivalent experience
Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience
Willing to travel up to 30%
Proficiency in PLC programming, robotics, machine vision and CAD
Problem solving abilities
Strong PLC/HMI programming skills
Power; motors & controls knowledge
Strong computer and network skills and process expertise
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Open and frank, keen to see things through to completion
Dynamic individual who leads by example
Flexible, understands there is more than one way to accomplish a goal
Must be able to work as part of a team and have the determination to succeed in a challenging environment
Must be a self-starter and be able to work towards project objectives with minimal supervision

Nice To Haves

Experience programming ABB or Fanuc robotics
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Servo system knowledge and proficiency
Vision system knowledge and proficiency
Must be able to travel, with overnight stays if required
Must be available to supervise installations, if needed

Responsibilities

Provide safe, reliable, ergonomic systems and machines for all supported NSG Plants
Configure systems and database settings for new cells and parts for traceable content
Program PLCs, barcode readers, HMIs, Robots, and PCs as necessary
Modify and upgrade existing production equipment
Help develop and maintain cost effective general specifications and standards for machine controls and programming
Coordinate all project controls/electrical activities to ensure that project timing, quality, and cost targets are attained
Perform hands-on programming/debug/troubleshooting of numerous types of automation equipment
Provide analysis, evaluation and review of problems regarding automation, advanced methods and equipment, and material handling
Provide alternative solutions to anticipated or actual technical and/or business-related manufacturing problems
Develop safeguards and improve team member safety through process improvements
Conduct system / equipment training for plant and other personnel as required
Provide trouble shooting assistance to production and maintenance team members
Design new equipment or redesign existing equipment, and coordinate its fabrication, assembly, installation, and startup
Ensure equipment and layouts are compliant with local and national codes
Responsible for creating and maintaining all written software program instructions
Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles
Other duties as assigned by manager