Controls Automation Engineer — Lead Smart Factory Projects

Venteon

Columbus (OH)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Venteon is seeking a Controls Automation Engineer to join a manufacturing team north of Columbus, OH. You will lead automation initiatives, develop and implement control strategies, and collaborate across engineering and operations to improve efficiency.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in electrical/ mechanical/ manufacturing engineering, 2+ years in manufacturing engineering with automation, and proven PLC experience (Allen Bradley and Siemens).

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical/mechanical/manufacturing engineering or related.
2+ years of professional experience in manufacturing engineering functions including Automation.
5+ years of Automation and Controls experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Ensure implementation of investments based on 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 (i.e. intralogistics) 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, dedication towards ensuring high-quality results and process-orientation.