Sr. Control Engineer

WEIDMANN Electrical Technology, Inc.; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA

Vision and dental insurance

PTO from day one

401k with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Clothing allowance

Computer loan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Weidmann Electrical Technology, Inc. in Middletown, OH seeks a seasoned Process Controls Engineer to design, program, implement, and optimize industrial control systems for our continuous board manufacturing equipment.

You will serve as the technical expert for control systems and provide 24/7 production support. The role requires a strong background in ABB DCS, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, HMI/SCADA, and instrumentation, with leadership and project management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Automation, Industrial Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical field required.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, process controls, or manufacturing systems; paper manufacturing experience preferred.
• 8+ years leading and providing technical training and mentoring skills.
• Proven experience managing and leading technical teams, with strong capabilities in project management and resource planning.
• Extensive programming and engineering proficiency in ABB DCS, Siemens, Allen Bradley, HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, and instrumentation.
• Demonstrated project management skills including new equipment install, start-up to commissioning; capital projects and automation/continuous improvement projects. Project Management certification a plus.
• Excellent communication, analytical problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while supporting a 24/7 manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

• Design, maintain, and troubleshoot PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA systems for 24/7 manufacturing.
• Lead control system upgrades, machine automation, capital projects and CI initiatives.
• Provide on-call technical support and collaborate with Operations/Maintenance to resolve issues.
• Ensure OSHA/electrical/environmental/cybersecurity compliance and proper documentation.
• Direct and develop engineers/technicians; coordinate work and contractors across teams.

Skills

Automation

Project management

Leadership

Industrial networking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Automation/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ABB DCS

Siemens

Allen-Bradley

HMI/SCADA

Industrial networking

Instrumentation

Job description

407 Charles Street, Middletown, OH 45042, USA

Full-time, on-site

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment

Join our team where we accomplish great things TOGETHER.

Allow us to introduce ourselves…

We are a globally active family company whose sustainable and responsible actions contribute to improved living standards. We are an attractive employer with a value-oriented corporate culture based on trust, appreciation and continuous improvement.

Weidmann Electrical Technology

has been at the heart of the global transformer industry for over 140 years. With deep rooted knowledge in the design, development and operation of transformers, Weidmann is a leading integrated solutions provider for specialized product and services in the energy sector.

The role…

The Process Controls Engineer is responsible for the design, programming, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle support of industrial control systems and instrumentation of Distributed Control Systems for the facility's continuous board manufacturing equipment. instrumentation of Distributed Control Systems and automated machinery in our Middletown, Ohio facility. This position serves as the technical expert for control systems supporting board machine and other continuous process equipment directly involved in manufacturing.

How you’ll make an impact…

• Manage and support plant control systems: Design, maintain, optimize, and troubleshoot PLC, DCS, HMI, SCADA, instrumentation, drives, motors, and industrial networks supporting 24/7 manufacturing operations.
• Lead automation projects and improvements: Manage control system upgrades, machine automation, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives from planning and installation through commissioning and startup.
• Provide technical troubleshooting and production support: Serve as the site technical expert for complex automation issues, provide on-call support when needed, and work with Operations and Maintenance to resolve equipment and process problems.
• Ensure compliance, safety, and documentation: Maintain control systems and projects in compliance with OSHA, electrical, environmental, cybersecurity, and company standards while developing engineering standards, programming documentation, and work instructions.
• Lead teams and collaborate across the organization: Direct and develop Controls Engineers and Technicians, coordinate daily work and resources, oversee contractors, and collaborate with local and global engineering teams to improve safety, quality, reliability, and productivity.

What do you bring…

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Automation, Industrial Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related technical field required.
• 10+ years of experience in industrial automation, process controls, or manufacturing systems; paper manufacturing experience preferred. 8+ years leading and providing technical training and mentoring skills.
• Proven experience managing and leading technical teams, with strong capabilities in project management and resource planning.
• Extensive programming and engineering proficiency in ABB DCS, Siemens, Allen Bradley, HMI/SCADA systems, industrial networking, and instrumentation.
• Demonstrated project management skills including new equipment install, start-up to commissioning; capital projects and automation/continuous improvement projects. Project Management certification a plus.
• Excellent communication, analytical problem-solving, and troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while supporting a 24/7 manufacturing environment

What do we offer?

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement
• An award-winning atmosphere! Weidmann was named Best Employer of Champaign County

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced thata diverse and inclusive workenvironmentincreasesmutual understanding and innovationofourbusiness.

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