Instrumentation and Automation Controls Engineer

Owens Corning; Danville (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Instrumentation and Automation Controls Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes. This role involves providing critical automation support, leading capital projects, and fostering continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in instrumentation and controls engineering, with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork. Join a company that values innovation and sustainability, and be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality solutions in a collaborative environment. This opportunity offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an exciting career move.

Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Parental Leave

Rebate Program for Products

401k with Company Contribution

Liberal Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Services

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in instrumentation and controls engineering.
• Strong knowledge of control systems and design.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and automation support for plant processes.
• Lead safety and process improvement projects.
• Support maintenance teams in troubleshooting and diagnostics.

Skills

Instrumentation Engineering

Automation Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Data Historian (Ignition, IP21)

Job description

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Instrumentation and Automation Controls Engineer

Location(s):

Danville, IL, US, 61834

Function: Manufacturing

Audience: Experienced Professional

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 64843

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Owens Corning Danville is a world class manufacturing organization that produces the highest quality wet-formed fiberglass mat for use in roofing and other commercial applications. Owens Corning is a global leader in insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composite materials. Owens Corning Danville’s mission is to provide a safe environment for our employees while producing high quality mat at the lowest cost in the industry using cutting edge processes and practices.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT OWENS CORNING:

• 70 Consecutive years as a Fortune 500 Company
• The Wall Street Journal Best-Managed Companies Top 250
• Adoption and Family Assistance- OC is committed to helping employees in their endeavor to build a family, including financial assistance for adoption and surrogacy
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) provides U.S. employees the opportunity to purchase Owens Corning stock at a 15 percent discount every six month
• Parental leave- Four weeks of paid time off for all new parents; this includes both mothers and fathers at the time of birth or the adoption of a child
• A rebate program that allows employees to receive a rebate of up to $2,000 every four years for purchases of OC’s wide range of products for new construction or home improvement

Just what is it that makes Owens Corning unique? Of course, there are the products, the global reach, and the strong commitment to sustainability. Behind all of that though, it’s our people and our purpose. That’s our difference. We are proud to be recognized for our ongoing product, environmental and social sustainability efforts:

• Placed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 14th consecutive year
• Owens Corning has ranked in the top 10 of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for the past six years

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

TheInstrumentation and Automation Controls Engineer contributes to the success of the plant by providing controls, network, and automation support for the plant. Instrumentation and Automation Controls Engineer will also lead related capital projects for the site, achieving stated results on time and within budget. In addition, this position will help lead TPM continuous improvement efforts through the support of multiple pillars. This position is on location in Danville but has potential to work remotely depending on plant demands. This position is a part of the on-call production support rotation.

• Five or more years of experience in instrumentation, controls, or electrical engineering
• Automation and controls engineering experience in a plant, corporate engineering, or related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Electrical and Controls Design Engineering experience

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent training, knowledge, and experience
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Equipment evaluation and selection experience
• Knowledgeable in process controls and facility electrical distribution
• Data Historian experience (Ignition and/or IP21 platforms)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

The employee should hold the following abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions
• Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be detail oriented and can multi-task
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs (power user of Excel)
• Strong safety awareness, commitment, and safety leadership
• Ability to write procedures
• General knowledge of TPM and maintenance processes
• Strong knowledge of control systems and design
• Knowledge of practical application of OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI standards
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills
• Leadership (effectively present information/respond to customers)
• Values (integrity, accountability, candor and innovation)
• Strategist (well organized, prioritizes)
• Developer of talent (mentor, coach, guide)

TRAVEL

• Ability to travel up to 5%

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide electrical, controls and automation support to Automation projects, plant process, packaging, and utility operations including scales, level flow and temperature sensors.
• Serve as the lead technical resource for continuous defect detection systems.
• Support Plant Maintenance and Operations teams in system and equipment troubleshooting and in technology transfer.
• Assist Corporate Engineering and Plant engineering with Automation projects.
• Lead safety, process improvement, and capital projects for the Danville facility in partnership with plant leadership.
• Provide technical support to operations, technical, and maintenance departments to help troubleshoot and diagnose production issues.
• Train maintenance technicians and operators on new technology to allow proper maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Enhance maintenance processes through equipment and systems analysis to identify opportunities for equipment or process modification, equipment replacement, or application of new technology.
• Actively develop and implement cost savings initiatives involving waste minimization, productivity improvements and other process optimization opportunities through an active partnership with the site’s maintenance and operation teams.
• Support Break Down Analysis process and create One Point Lessons to support knowledge transfer.
• Develops and executes Preventive and Predictive Maintenance programs.
• Improves the reliability of the plant power and control systems through preventative and predictive maintenance and capital improvements.
• Identifies and captures opportunities for reliability performance and cost improvement.
• Develop, implement and monitor automation and control strategies and system architecture for the facility. To review designs by others, and to ensure adherence to strategies and Owens Corning specifications.
• Follow and enforce all safety rules, regulations, procedures, training, and initiatives.
• Support and adhere to Reliability Work Process (RWP).
• Support and lead plant TPM initiatives and projects.
• Ensure adherence to management of change process.

The base salary range for this position is $76,000-$99,000, with the potential for up to an additional 25% if the applicant hired has additional related qualifications. We also offer a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation – plus match), liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.