Automation Controls Engineer
CertainTeed
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Job summary
CertainTeed is seeking an experienced Automation Controls Engineer to design, implement, and optimize electrical and control systems across a multi‑plant environment. You will lead projects, coordinate with contractors, and drive reliability improvements while ensuring regulatory compliance and safety.
The role requires hands‑on problem solving, PLC programming (ControlLogix), HMI development (Ignition/Wonderware), and strong teamwork.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering required (Electrical preferred).
- Minimum 3 years in a Controls & Automation role in continuous process manufacturing.
- Hands-On problem solver with on-site and remote support capabilities.
- Programming of Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix) required.
- HMI development using Ignition or Wonderware required.
- Familiarity with NEC, NFPA-70, NFPA-86, NFPA-87 standards.
- Industrial networking knowledge: TCP/IP, Modbus, Modbus TCP, HART.
- Understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (AOI, UDT).
- Experience with Process Control Panels design/specification.
- Experience with 4-20 mA / 1-5 V sensors and MCC distribution.
- AutoCAD drafting proficiency required.
Responsibilities
- Develop and commission plant automation systems including PLCs, HMI/SCADA, MES data collection, and IIoT networks; execute retrofit projects.
- Direct contractors, third‑party controls, engineering partners, and suppliers.
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate, monitor, and provide project status.
- Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities with a team of technicians.
- Review production data to identify efficiency opportunities and implement improvements.
- Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes at state and federal levels.
- Provide after‑hours support during downtime events.
- Collaborate with Production and Engineering Managers to coordinate process changes.
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Job description
The Automation Controls Engineer will lead and support the design, implementation, and optimization of electrical and control systems across the facility. This role provides hands‑on automation and maintenance support to all departments while driving capital and strategic initiatives focused on process reliability, environmental compliance, and electrical system performance. The engineer will also implement and leverage process control tools to maintain system stability, reduce variability, and align with CertainTeed’s Principles.
- Develop and commission plant automation systems, including PLCs, HMI/SCADA, MES data collection, and IIoT networks. Execute retrofit projects with AC/servo drives and control system upgrades aligned with the corporate modernization strategy.
- Direct contractors, third‑party controls, engineering partners, and suppliers.
- Prepare, schedule, coordinate, monitor, and provide status for all assigned projects.
- Perform all aspects of project management and design engineering for those projects.
- Develop Scopes of Work and estimates for potential projects.
- Monitor compliance in all areas, maintain quality control in every area (budget, scheduling, planning, expediting, receiving, AR/AP) throughout the project lifecycle.
- Collaborate with the plant Production and Engineering Managers to coordinate changes in the production process and resolve equipment malfunctions.
- Develop/Enforce Process Controls Standards, Design/Specify Controls System architectures.
- Support process engineers in process optimization tasks, problem analysis, solution development, and implementation of corrective actions.
- Leads and participates in Focus Improvement teams to resolve critical process and production problems with customers and vendors.
- Will lead a team of technicians through troubleshooting and root cause analysis activities.
- Analyzes operating problems, develops solutions, and leads with implementation of corrective action.
- Review relevant production data to accurately interpret and identify the various opportunities at the production level and to immediately take steps to improve efficiency.
- Maintain electrical equipment to meet regulatory codes at the state and federal levels.
- Be reachable and available for after‑hours support in emergency downtime situations.
- Report all EH&S incidents – Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage.
- Conduct weekly SMAT Audits or any other requirements as requested by the Manager.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required (Electrical Engineering is preferred)
- Minimum of 3 years working within a Controls & Automation Engineering role in continuous process manufacturing plants, or similar
- “Hands‑On” problem solver capable of providing on‑site and remote support to multiple plants to solve complex automation related issues and any difficult troubleshooting issues
- Programming of Allen Bradley PLCs (ControlLogix) is required.
- HMI Development is required, preferably within Ignition or Wonderware platforms.
- Familiarity with National Electric Code NEC, Arc Flash (NFPA‑70), Combustion Safety (NFPA‑86), Standard for Fluid Heaters (NFPA‑87)
- Familiarity with industrial networking is required (TCP/IP, Modbus, Modbus TCP, HART)
- Understanding of Object‑Oriented Programming is required (Add‑On Instructions, User Defined Tags)
- Familiarity with Design/Specification of Process Control Panels
- Familiarity with standard instrumentation (4‑20 ma / 1‑5V) is required (flowmeters, pressure transmitters, temperature measurements, proximity and limit switches, level sensors, encoders, linear and I/P transducers)
- Experience with medium (120V/480V) and low voltage electrical distribution and Motor Control Center (MCC)
- Good experience with motor controls equipment (VFD, DOL, Soft Start, Electronic Overload)
- Ability to utilize AutoCAD drafting tools to create and modify drawings is required.
- Familiarity with Project Management Practices is preferred
- Teamwork, mentoring, and coaching skills, Communication skills, Change management skills, Strong analytical skills.
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint‑Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com
Saint‑Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint‑Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company‑provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short‑Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long‑Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back‑up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
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