PLC Controls Engineer

Emerson Electric Co. • South Milwaukee, WI

59d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you an engineering professional eager to advance your career? Emerson, a top-tier organization, presents an outstanding opening for a PLC Controls Engineer! This role at Emerson's Appleton Foundry in South Milwaukee, WI offers a fantastic chance to improve and oversee electrical controls. You'll collaborate with internal teams, corporate IT support, and external contractors, playing a pivotal role in refining and sustaining these systems. Relocation assistance provided for a successful candidate.

Requirements

• 3+ years working in a manufacturing environment with automation control systems
• Proven experience in a manufacturing environment with automation control systems commensurate with the level of this position
• Strong PLC knowledge with understanding of multiple manufacturing systems
• Ability to connect equipment input/output data into facility computer monitoring system
• Knowledge of NFPA 70 electrical codes
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Electrical Engineering
• Ability to develop PLC and HMI software programs
• Knowledge and experience in statistical process control methodology
• Knowledge and practical experience with lean manufacturing principles
• Ability to optimally train electricians and operators pertaining to control systems
• Foundry equipment experience a strong plus
• Knowledge of Wonderware(AVEVA) and/or Movicon is beneficial
• Designing control systems for monitoring production and manufacturing processes

Responsibilities

• Maintain and enforce safety programs to ensure a safe environment for all employees.
• Supervise facility systems utilizing various computer software programs.
• Take ownership and give new insights to electrical control systems including PLC data collection and display.
• Solve multiple manufacturers electrical components and input/output devices.
• Provide electrical planning assistance in multiple capital projects.
• Assist maintenance team in troubleshooting equipment issues.

Benefits

• We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more.
• Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees