Sr. ETS Controls Technician

Cornerstone Building Brands•Houston, TX

About The Position

This position is within Cornerstone Building Brands’ Fortify Building Solutions business, serving the pre-engineered metal buildings, metal roof and wall systems, and steel building components industry. The Senior ETS Technician supports multiple manufacturing facilities with the installation, commissioning, maintenance, and optimization of production equipment. The role requires advanced expertise in PLC-controlled systems, electrical and mechanical maintenance, hydraulics, and CAD drawing interpretation, and helps ensure equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and support continuous improvement initiatives. The technician travels to manufacturing plants to support equipment installation, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and integration. The role collaborates with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams, supports capital projects and process improvements, maintains accurate records, and ensures compliance with safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. Extensive travel of 50–75% or as required is expected.

Requirements

Associate degree or technical certification in Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience.
Minimum of 7 years of industrial maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment.
Strong working knowledge of PLC systems, such as Allen-Bradley and Siemens, including troubleshooting and basic programming.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting CAD drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
Advanced knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
Demonstrated experience in equipment installation, alignment, and commissioning.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in automated or high-speed manufacturing environments.
Ability to travel extensively (50–75% or as required).
Strong attention to detail and execution discipline.
Effective communication across multi-site operations.
Ability to work independently and manage priorities across multiple locations.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Adaptability in dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environments.
Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley platforms, including ControlLogix and CompactLogix.
Familiarity with HMI and SCADA systems.
Experience with automated production lines, such as roll forming, packaging, or material handling systems.
PLC or industrial automation certifications.
Welding and fabrication experience.

Responsibilities

Travel to multiple manufacturing plants to support equipment installation, startup, and commissioning.
Troubleshoot and repair complex electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
Install, configure, and maintain PLC-based control systems, including diagnostics and minor programming adjustments.
Read and interpret electrical schematics, control diagrams, and CAD drawings for troubleshooting and system modifications.
Support new equipment integration, including factory acceptance, site acceptance, and production ramp-up.
Collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations teams to standardize processes and improve performance.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, system changes, and equipment updates.
Support capital projects, upgrades, and continuous improvement initiatives across facilities.