Lead Automation Controls Engineer

Masco Corporation • Jackson, TN

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About The Position

At Delta Faucet, we are committed to transforming everyday experiences with water through innovative products and exceptional service. As a leader in the plumbing industry, we take pride in our dedication to quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our mission to create solutions that inspire and elevate the lives of all our customers. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join us on this journey toward inclusivity and excellence. Your role at Delta Faucet: Are you looking to join a dynamic team in where you can provide expertise in automation and electrical controls at our largest manufacturing facility in Jackson TN? This opportunity will allow you to design, develop, and optimize electrical control and automation systems, focusing on safety, reliability, quality, and sustainability. This role will coordinate the development, procurement and implementation of equipment that drives continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in the design and implementation of electrical control systems.
• Proficiency in programming PLCs (Allen-Bradley, Siemens, etc.) and HMIs.
• Understanding of industry standards and regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Thorough knowledge of safety standards in industrial automation.
• Ability to conceptualize and anticipate problems, many times with little or no precedent.
• Ability to collaborate multi-functionally and at times work independently with limited guidance.
• Proficiency in project management

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree & equivalent experience.
• Experience with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems.
• Knowledge of networking protocols and communication interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical control systems for various applications, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to understand project requirements and provide technical expertise in the development of equipment specifications, control strategies and troubleshooting. Ensure effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle.
• Program and configure PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMIs (Human Machine Interfaces), and other control devices to achieve optimal system performance.
• Develop, implement, and retain control of software for automated systems while solving and debugging.
• Craft and develop automated systems, including PLC-based control systems, robotics, and other automation technologies.
• Integrate robotic systems and motion control technologies into existing processes while crafting Integrated sensors and data acquisition systems to monitor and analyze key process parameters.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities in existing processes and recommend enhancements.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technologies to incorporate advancements into existing systems.
• Contribute to and support the strategy for a pipeline of ideas from generation through implementation: vetting, assessing technical viability, prioritizing, planning and execution and achieving multi-functional participation and support.
• Build and maintain comprehensive documentation including electrical schematics, panel layouts, and system manuals. Generate technical reports and documentation for internal and external team members.
• Conduct testing and validation of controls and equipment to ensure functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with product and manufacturing engineers in equipment specification and procurement to support new product production and incremental capacity.

Benefits

• Culture: Recognized and award-winning reputation for equality, diversity and inclusion, flexibility, work-life balance, and more.
• Wellbeing: Comprehensive benefit plans; retirement, savings, tuition reimbursement, and employee incentive programs; resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• Learning & Development: LinkedIn Learning access; internal opportunities to work on projects cross-company.
• Social Impact: Four employee-led and self-directed Business Resource Groups; Paid volunteer day annually; Employees share their time, skills and talent with charities and nonprofit organizations across the U.S. and around the globe.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees