Controls Engineer

Superior Essex; Brownwood (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Essex seeks an engineer to advance automation for fiber optic production. You will design, test, and implement control systems, develop CAD schematics, and support equipment evaluation from installation to commissioning.

Requirements include a bachelor’s in electrical engineering or related field, strong PLC experience, and hands-on ability with sensors, actuators, and BOM management. Expect collaboration across teams and a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or equivalent.
• Electrical design and PLC programming experience.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, understand, and develop practical process inventions and modifications for production of fiber optic products.
• Apply sound engineering principles and methods to design and develop state of the fiber optic production equipment to improve quality, efficiency and cost.
• Hands-on technical design and execution of machine and process automation.
• Develop equipment control and automation technology for the introduction and evaluation of new/modified products.
• Provide technical support for new equipment evaluation, assist with the installation, startup, training, and commissioning phases.
• Develop new automation technology to improve quality, efficiency and cost of existing processes and product manufacturing.
• Design and prepare detailed computer aided drafting (CAD) schematics, plan & design automation solutions for simple to complex projects from observations, project scope, sketches, and specifications.
• Understands mechanical concepts, creates or assembles basic mechanical fixtures and mounts for sensors and actors.
• Interface with other technical resources to obtain details of equipment and materials and incorporate these elements into Bills of Material (BOM) and procure parts.
• Assist with project management, planning and support.
• Communicate projectmilestones and critical paths regularly to ensure functional and timely results.
• Work and communicate well with team members and other departments.
• Operate and assist with the evaluation of prototype equipment, document performance, and recommend modifications.
• Maintains records and files of work and revisions. Creates and maintains operating instructions for automation equipment.
• Observes safety, maintains a clean and well-organized workspace.

Skills

Siemens PLC

Analytical thinking

Hands-on design

Electrical schematics

Arc Flash safety

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Oscilloscope

Digital Multimeter

BOM management tools

Job description

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Automation Engineering or equivalent.


• Electrical design and PLC programming experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Investigate, understand, and develop practical process inventions and modifications for production of fiber optic products.


• Apply sound engineering principles and methods to design and develop state of the fiber optic production equipment to improve quality, efficiency and cost.


• Hands‑on technical design and execution of machine and process automation.


• Develop equipment control and automation technology for the introduction and evaluation of new/modified products.


• Provide technical support for new equipment evaluation, assist with the installation, startup, training, and commissioning phases.


• Develop new automation technology to improve quality, efficiency and cost of existing processes and product manufacturing.


• Design and prepare detailed computer aided drafting (CAD) schematics, plan & design automation solutions for simple to complex projects from observations, project scope, sketches, and specifications.


• Understands mechanical concepts, creates or assembles basic mechanical fixtures and mounts for sensors and actors.


• Interface with other technical resources to obtain details of equipment and materials and incorporate these elements into Bills of Material (BOM) and procure parts.


• Assist with project management, planning and support.


• Communicate projectmilestones and critical paths regularly to ensure functional and timely results.


• Work and communicate well with team members and other departments.


• Operate and assist with the evaluation of prototype equipment, document performance, and recommend modifications.


• Maintains records and files of work and revisions. Creates and maintains operating instructions for automation equipment.


• Observes safety, maintains a clean and well‑organized workspace.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Fluent in Siemens PLC, drives, and controls programming and setup.


• Possess ability with analytical skills: methodically investigate problems, organize logical experimental trials, document data, and present results.


• Possess “hands‑on” experience with equipment design and evaluation.


• Possess ability with analytical skills: methodically investigate problems, organize logical experimental trials, document data, and present results.


• Ability to create and modify electrical schematics in AutoCAD Electrical (or similar) and supporting documentation for system quoting, construction, installation, and post commissioning as‑built documentation.


• Ability to use hands‑on tools such as oscilloscope, digital multi‑meter for process measurement, testing, and troubleshooting.


• Knowledgeable on NEC code, NFPA‑70E, and Arc Flash requirements.


• Possess ability to document and create standard work procedures.