AFB Controls Systems Engineer

Ensign-Bickford Industries, Inc.•Aurora, MO

About The Position

The Controls Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions within the manufacturing environment. This role involves a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, control systems, and the ability to optimize efficiency and reliability through innovative automation strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university. Major(s): Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or comparable engineering discipline with demonstrated relevant experience. Comparable experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
Thorough PLC programming experience in accordance with IEC 61131 (Rockwell PLC a plus)
Experience programming in Studio 5000, RSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000
Experience commissioning PLCs from scratch.
HMI and/or SCADA (AVEVA system Platform / Wonderware) development experience.
Thorough understanding of OT infrastructure networking principles and set ups.
Thorough understanding of industrial controls systems, ladder logic principles and design, and industrial automation programming.
Fanuc robot experience
Thorough understanding of electrical systems and instrumentation.
Familiarity with industry standards such as NEC, NFPA 79, and UL508A codes.
Excellent interpersonal communication and leadership skills to interact effectively with peers, co-workers, supervisors, customers, and vendors as required.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Must be able to write and present technical information in a technical and accurate format for technical audiences, and in layman’s terms for less technical audiences.
Ability to follow instructions and respond to management direction.
Must be able to work well in a team environment.
Computer skills should include but not limited to: MS Office products, Visio, MS Project, MMS systems, ERP systems, AutoCAD Electrical.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain instrumentation, automation, and control systems using standard engineering techniques.
Automate manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reliability.
Develop and modify PLC and HMI applications, interfaces, and embedded controls.
Participate in the setup and commissioning of new processes and upgrades.
Assist the maintenance department in troubleshooting and resolving electrical and control issues.
Recommend improvements for operational safety, quality, and efficiency.
Develop and maintain documentation for automation systems and procedures.
Collaborate with global engineering teams to strategize system upgrades.
Support and maintain the organization’s Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure in partnership with the IT team.
Configure, install, maintain, and support critical software and hardware components.
Monitor system availability, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and resolve them promptly.
Measure and enhance system performance and scalability; assist in developing disaster recovery plans.
Work independently to handle complex issues and provide solutions.
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to controls technicians and maintenance technicians.
Manage control projects with external resources and support.
Ensure compliance with industry safety standards and regulations.
Manage projects, including budgeting and scheduling, and ensure effective implementation of capital expenditures related to assigned projects.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align automation plans with business objectives and engineering projects.
Ensure the safety of control systems, including design, installation, operation, and maintenance.
Ensure that control systems equipment is designed and maintained to produce safe food products.
Maintain and develop the AVEVA System Platform SCADA environment.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in automation technology and apply them to improve processes.