Controls Engineer

Controls Engineers

1 On-Site in Corinth, MS and1 On-Site in Mapleton, IL

No visa restrictions

1. Role Overview

The Controls Engineer provides technical leadership and hands-on support for automation, controls systems, and digital manufacturing across Mississippi Remanufacturing operations (Corinth, Prentiss, LEF).

This role focuses on PLC programming, troubleshooting, system integration, and continuous improvement of manufacturing equipment and processes, with the objective of improving safety, uptime, reliability, and scalability.

This position directly supports the transition toward a smart factory (automation, MES, connected systems) and reduces reliance on external vendors.

2. Key Responsibilities

Controls & Automation Engineering

• Design, develop, and enhance electrical control systems and electro-mechanical systems for manufacturing equipment
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLC, HMI, and automation systems across production lines
• Support integration of robots, vision systems, and automated stations
• Diagnoses and resolve control system failures to minimize downtime

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Manufacturing Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide day-to-day support for manufacturing operations and equipment reliability
• Identify and implement improvements in process efficiency, quality, and cost
• Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis efforts for equipment/process issues
• Support commissioning new equipment and upgrades

Typical examples of work previously outsourced include:

• PLC programming, system upgrades, safety modifications, and automation integration

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Digital & MES Integration

• Support and expand MES (Manufacturing Execution System) capabilities
• Enable traceability, digital workflows, and manufacturing data capture
• Collaborating with IT and engineering teams on MES enhancements and deployments
• Ensure proper change control, system backups, and documentation

Safety, Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all controls solutions meet safety standards and environmental requirements
• Participate in process change control (PCN), PFMEA, and control plan alignment
• Standardize controls approaches across equipment and sites
• Support implementation of safety upgrades and compliance improvements
• Ensure all safety systems comply with regulatory standards, such as ISO 13849, IEC 62061, OSHA, and ANSI B11.
• Conduct risk assessments and hazard analyses to identify potential safety concerns.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work with manufacturing engineering, operations, maintenance, IT, and suppliers
• Coordinate with external vendors and integrators when required
• Provide technical guidance and support for plant projects

3. Scope of Work (For Third-Party Suppliers)

• Provide on-site and remote controls engineering support
• Perform:
  • PLC/HMI programming and debugging
  • Automation system integration
  • Equipment upgrades and retrofit projects
  • Safety circuit modifications
  • Commissioning and validation

• Support troubleshooting requests with defined response time SLAs

• Participate in project-based work and ongoing operations support

• Data Analytics - PowerBI experience - Dashboard creation

• Deliver documentation:
  • Electrical schematics
  • Software backups and revision control
  • Standard work and troubleshooting guides

4. Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Computer Engineering or related field

• Experience with:
  • PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley, etc.)
  • HMI/SCADA systems
  • Industrial automation systems

• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems and industrial equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Functional Safety Engineer (CFSE) or similar certification.
• Experience with industrial robots and robotic safety systems.
• Familiarity with machine vision systems for safety applications.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and HAZOP studies.
• DeviceWise Solutions

5. Preferred Skills

• Experience in remanufacturing or heavy manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with:
  • MES systems / digital manufacturing
  • Robotics / vision systems
  • Networked industrial systems

• Understanding of:
  • PFMEA, Control Plans, and process controls

• Ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate vendors
• Proficient in safety PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley GuardLogix, Pilz).
• Experience with safety-rated components such as relays, light curtains, and emergency stops.
• Knowledge of safety system standards (ISO 13849, IEC 62061, or similar).
• Familiarity with HMI design and integration for operator safety interfaces.
• Ability to read and create electrical schematics and control diagrams (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN).

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to safety and compliance.