Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

Holcomb, KS (Onsite)

Long term, rolling contract

Must Haves:

• PLC Programming
• Manufacturing/Plant Experience
• SCADA
• Industrial Networking

Lead Engineer Controls

This position's primary responsibility is to oversee and provide expert technical direction for technology-based processes. This individual's principal goals are to develop and manage specific technical environments for each department and to attain all IT service level agreements for the user community within the organization. The lead will plan and provide direction and support for IT solutions that enhance mission-critical business operations. This position will work closely with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective solutions for all aspects of the organization. This person will also help to define and implement IT policies, standards, procedures, and best practices. Responsibilities and duties include but are not limited to the following: provide technical direction and recommendations to team members and IS management; understand and ensure compliance to IS standards and methodology; recommend and develop plans for systems development and operations; hardware, software and equipment purchases; negotiate with technical personnel and customers for services, products and direction; review and advise groups in the selection, usage and maintenance of technology solutions; provide direction to the vendors and stay current on the latest technologies of the systems supported by the organization to assist in the future planning of necessary IT initiatives; other duties as assigned.