Senior Controls Engineer

Stryten Manufacturing; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stryten Manufacturing is seeking a Controls Engineer in Salina, KS. The role involves producing control systems, providing engineering support across departments, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates must possess a B.S. in Controls Engineering and have at least five years of relevant experience.

The position requires strong problem-solving and project management skills, along with knowledge of automation design, PLCs, and electronics. Opportunities for occasional travel may arise to support business needs.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in automation design with electronic circuit technology.
• Knowledge in design, repair, and analysis of machinery and electronic systems.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and access workstations.

Responsibilities

• Produce control systems and application programs according to defined scopes.
• Provide engineering support to various departments.
• Analyze engineering sketches and specifications.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Project management

Automation design

Controls engineering

Education

B.S. in Controls Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Programmable Logic Controllers

Simulation tools

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a self-starter with excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills. Must be able to effectively direct, coordinate, and exercise functional authority for planning, control, and timely completion of assigned engineering projects within the area of responsibility by performing duties personally or through subordinate supervision. Project emphasis is placed on safety, budgeting, work quality, quantity, and teamwork. Work effectively with all departments to establish operational efficiency of production equipment, which relates to the elimination of recurring equipment issues, continuous improvement, equipment modular quick change, and setup reduction. Supports continuous improvements through lean initiatives, automation, modification of existing equipment and processes, along with new equipment development.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for producing control systems and application programs that are safe, logical, and functional according to the defined scope of work.
• Provide controls engineering support to the Oxide, Metals, Pasting, Assembly, Formation, and Shipping Departments as required.
• Analyze engineering sketches, specifications, and related data and drawings to determine design factors.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting, maintaining, and upgrading Programmable Logic Controllers and automated processes.
• Build SCADA and MES solutions to improve our manufacturing efficiency and help drive strategic process improvements.
• Review product design for compliance with engineering lean principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
• Coordinate activities concerned with technical developments (automation), scheduling, and resolving engineering design and test problems.
• Direct integration of technical activities and products.
• Evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases as required.
• Control expenditures within the limitations of project budgets.
• Prepare interim and completion project reports.
• Use computer-assisted design/drafting equipment and software to develop designs.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and Federal OSHA, EPA, and Employment laws.
• Review and comply with Quality Initiatives and ISO/TS: 16949 procedures.
• Will be required to conduct training classes with Technicians to improve our support staff.
• Additional responsibilities as needed to support the team and company goals.
• Hazardous waste training shall be provided to the employee within six months of the date the employee filled this position, and a review of this training shall be provided every 12 months thereafter. The employee will complete a program of classroom instruction. The employee shall be supervised until training is completed. The training shall consist of a review of proper management of hazardous waste, satellite accumulation containers, how to review and prepare a hazardous waste manifest, and proper labeling requirements.

Qualifications

B.S. in Controls Engineering, or related field, required.

Minimum of five years of experience in automation design with electronic circuit technology (analog, digital, and/or high voltage design) and Programmable Logic Controllers.

Knowledge required in the design, repair, and analysis of machinery, electronics systems, programmable logic controllers, analog circuits, and simulation tools.

Physical Requirements: This position requires you to be on site at our Salina, KS site. General walking, bending, lifting up to 50 lbs., and climbing to access workstations and related equipment and processes.

Work environment: General Office, Fabrication Shop, and Production Floor.

Equipment Used: Must possess the required computer skills to operate properly and effectively. Computer skills that will be required relate to Microsoft Office programs, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Minitab. Other computer skills are required to properly and successfully complete assigned tasks.

Travel: Occasional domestic travel may be necessary to fulfill business needs and support various projects and initiatives.

EEO Statement

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.