Advanced Manufacturing Controls Engineer

Venteon

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Venteon is seeking a Controls Automation Engineer to join a manufacturing company located north of Columbus, OH. This role requires strong PLC troubleshooting, automation project experience, and leadership in cross-functional teams.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in engineering and 2+ years in automation, with a background in rubber/plastic production environments. On-site role with growth opportunities in a plant setting.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related.
2+ years of professional experience in various manufacturing engineering functions including Automation.
Experience developing and implementing automation solutions within a manufacturing environment.
Experience in project management/capital improvements.
Experience with troubleshooting & programming PLCs (Allen Bradley, Siemens).
Experience in a leadership role including leading an ad hoc project team.
Experience in rubber and plastic production processes.
5+ years of Automation and Controls experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Implement investments aligned with Plant mission and goals planning (TPOC/VSD).
Drive the approval of specifications and eCRs for investments of production equipment.
Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific standard production concepts (incl. layout).
Ensure implementation of BA/Plant specific automation strategy and concepts (incl. Smart Factory) and standards (mechanical; e.g. handling systems, machine loading / unloading systems).
Support the plant in implementation of automation projects and assist in BA reporting requirements.
Ensure implementation of Sector M&E standards related with production equipment and systems for a specific area of responsibility.
Ensure implementation of company standards for installation, start-up, validation, handover and improvement of all production and SC equipment.
Communicating with lead roles in plant to push continued integration of automation at all levels.
Performs Gap analysis to identify opportunities on legacy equipment.
Maintain VSD and other living project documents associated with automation projects.
Maximizing internal & external customer satisfaction by demonstrating ownership and dedication towards high-quality results.