Manager, Controls Engineering

Whirlpool • Racine, WI

53d • Onsite

About The Position

The Controls Engineering manager works under the guidance of the Director of Manufacturing Engineering to execute initiatives that support the standardization, documentation, design, and development of automation and controls systems. Additionally, the Controls manager facilitates the resources reporting directly to him/her, ensuring adequate support for production and the technical escalation support process. The Controls Engineering Manager, reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, is responsible for leading initiatives that support the standardization, documentation, design, and development of automation and control systems. This role also involves managing direct reports and ensuring they provide adequate production support and technical escalation assistance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (preferably in a technical or engineering-related field)
• 2+ years of leadership experience
• Experience in vertically integrated manufacturing with moderate to high production volumes

Nice To Haves

• ● Good understanding and operational skills of personal computers and associated equipment.
• ● Good communicator with strong written and articulation skills.
• ● Project management and team-building skills.
• ● Three to five years of experience in supervision or management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, train, and develop direct reports to maintain technological superiority (troubleshooting and maintenance) for production equipment installed.
• Assign work directly to MES Engineers and Technicians.
• Collaborate with IT to maintain functional, production-safe networking systems that meet InSinkErator's configuration standards. Develop supporting documentation for Automated Manufacturing Processes.
• Design, redesign, and troubleshoot highly complex applications and equipment. This includes electrical/electronic circuits and equipment that interfaces with other PCs or PLCs, as well as PC-based HMI software.
• Install, troubleshoot, and maintain motion control and robotic systems, including servos. Identify training needs and recommend appropriate programs for manufacturing staff.
• Collaborate with new machine vendors throughout the equipment's design, build, installation, and start-up phases.
• Document and back up all wiring/circuit logic and software programs (PC, PLC, robotic, etc.).
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, system design requirements, and system documentation.

Benefits

• Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
• Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
• Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing