Senior Controls Engineer

Charter Manufacturing; Shawano (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Controls Engineer to join their dynamic team in Shawano, WI. This role focuses on developing and maintaining cutting-edge systems for motion control and automation, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in PLC programming and control systems design to drive modernization initiatives. With a commitment to innovation and employee growth, this company offers a supportive family culture and opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to make a significant impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Matching

Profit Sharing

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with automation and control systems design.
• High proficiency in PLC hardware and programming.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain systems for motion control and automation projects.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance safety protocols and minimize downtime.

Skills

PLC Programming

Automation Controls

Control Systems Design

HMI Programming

Electrical Standards Knowledge

Safety Standards Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Tools

CAD Software

Variable Frequency Drives

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Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

We are hiring a Senior Controls Engineer!

About Charter Aarrowcast:

Charter Aarrowcast is a leading provider of innovative cast metal solutions. Charter Aarrowcast produces ductile and gray iron castings for customers in various industries. From government and defense customers to agricultural and heavy truck equipment manufacturers, and an array of companies who need pumps, valves and compressors, Charter Aarrowcast is a member of the Charter Manufacturingfamily of companies.

Job Summary:

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining systems that support both hardware and software aspects of motion control, SCADA, and automation projects. This role will collaborate closely with the maintenance and operations teams to enhance safety protocols, minimize downtime, and drive business advancement through modernization and digitization initiatives.

Job Details:

• Location: Shawano WI (relocation benefits within the US available)
• Schedule: Onsite, First shift
• Travel: Up to 5%
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Solve complex control engineering challenges and program using various styles (e.g., ladder logic, structured text)
• Communicate design standards, implementation strategies, and best practices to partners
• Maintain proper documentation of technology platforms and collaborate with teams to reduce downtime
• Design, select, manage, program, and commission automation equipment to improve systems
• Implement Advanced Process Control Systems and debug PLC programs; interface control systems with HMI, MES, and SQL database systems
• Identify opportunities to enhance safety, reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve quality
• Mentor and train others to improve safety, reduce downtime, and expand off-hour support resources
• Assist in troubleshooting when issues are escalated
  
  

What You Will Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or commensurate experience
• Five plus years of professional experience with automation and control systems design
• High level of proficiency working with PLC Hardware, PLC programming, automation controls, and Control Systems
• Ability to contribute on large scale projects
• Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, National Electric code, UL508A)
• Knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI B11/RIA 15, OSHA)
• Good working knowledge of CAD for updating and creating electrical drawings
• Applicable knowledge of HMI and programming languages
• US Citizen or Green Card Holder
  
  

“Nice to Have” Experience:

• Experience with multiple PLC languages
• Experience in Power Systems and Power Electronics
• Proficiency programming and tuning variable frequency drives
• Steel plant or similar industrial experience
• Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments
• Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet networks, Wireless Networks, and field bus networking
• Experience with motion control systems consisting of motors, drives, and encoders
• Knowledge of cyber-security protocols and methods to ensure systems are secure and protected
  
  

Why do Charter Engineers work here?

Our family culture fosters positive personal connections, and you'll have opportunities for career advancement through classes and training. Employees appreciate working on meaningful projects that push their critical thinking and benefit from innovation fueled by continual reinvestment.

Join us to tailor your career path and make a significant impact. Apply today!

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We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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