Regional Controls SME
About The Position
The Regional Controls SME will serve as the regional technical authority for various control systems including PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, vision, safety, and OT network systems across all Carlex facilities. This role involves developing, documenting, and maintaining standardized regional controls architectures, hardware/software specifications, and code libraries. The SME will lead the controls scope for capital projects, equipment launches, and retrofits, ensuring successful execution. Responsibilities include reviewing and approving integrator-developed designs, providing advanced troubleshooting support, mentoring plant personnel, and managing external vendors. The position also supports OT networking, data integration, cybersecurity, and continuous improvement initiatives, while championing safety and change management practices.
Requirements
- Technical authority for PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, vision, safety, and OT network systems
- Develop, document, and maintain standardized regional controls architectures, hardware/software specifications, and PLC/HMI code libraries and templates
- Lead controls scope for capital projects, equipment launches, and retrofits
- Review and approve integrator-developed designs, code, FAT/SAT protocols, and commissioning plans
- Advanced troubleshooting support for PLC, network, safety, and system integration issues
- Root-cause analysis and permanent corrective actions
- Mentor and train plant engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel
- Author and standardize controls documentation, procedures, and training materials
- Manage and technically challenge external vendors and system integrators
- Support OT networking, data integration, and cybersecurity initiatives
- Support plant-level continuous improvement initiatives
- Communicate controls standards, project status, and technical guidance
- Champion consistent safety, validation, and change management practices
Responsibilities
- Serve as the regional technical authority for PLC, HMI, SCADA, robotics, vision, safety, and OT network systems across all Carlex facilities
- Develop, document, and maintain standardized regional controls architectures, hardware/software specifications, and PLC/HMI code libraries and templates
- Lead controls scope for capital projects, equipment launches, and retrofits, ensuring on-time, right-first-time execution
- Review and approve integrator-developed designs, code, FAT/SAT protocols, and commissioning plans
- Provide advanced troubleshooting support for PLC, network, safety, and system integration issues, driving root-cause analysis and permanent corrective actions
- Mentor and train plant engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel on controls standards, troubleshooting methods, and best practices
- Author and standardize controls documentation, procedures, and training materials for use across all facilities
- Manage and technically challenge external vendors and system integrators to ensure quality, cost control, and knowledge transfer
- Support OT networking, data integration, and cybersecurity initiatives in alignment with IT policy
- Support plant-level continuous improvement initiatives, including Poka-Yoke integration and robot motion optimization
- Communicate controls standards, project status, and technical guidance to plant leadership and Manufacturing Technology leadership
- Champion consistent safety, validation, and change management practices for controls modifications across all sites
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
