Job Title: Controls Engineer

Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Controls Engineer to manage and coordinate engineering projects, ensuring all objectives are met according to the master schedule. The role involves writing equipment specifications, overseeing design and installation, and developing manufacturing processes that meet key performance indicators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the master engineering schedule for all projects.
• Lead, coordinate, and supervise teams to achieve plan objectives.
• Write equipment/tooling specifications and oversee the design, construction, installation, start-up, and trials of new equipment/tooling.
• Create documentation required for capital investment and obtain approval from upper management.
• Establish manufacturing processes that meet targets for capital investment, part cost, scrap, part performance, delivery, layout, cycle time, efficiency, safety, ergonomic, and quality deliverables.
• Develop documentation for processes including specifications, PFMEA’s, risk analysis, process plans, PFD’s, work combination tables, design reviews, trial reports, work instructions, condition standards, and capacity charts.
• Support activities after processes are in production and work proactively to produce defect-free processes.
• Conduct problem-solving and root cause analysis to investigate issues.

Essential Skills

• PLC programming
• Controls engineering
• Vision systems
• 6-axis robotics
• Design and build control circuits for PLCs
• Project management from design through implementation
• Understanding of networking protocols including Ethernet, CC-Link, serial communication, and addressing
• Writing programs and teaching IAI’s and 6-axis robots
• Macro writing and IP addressing
• Reading and interpreting drawings, leading design reviews, and developing PFMEA’s
• Root cause analysis for current and potential problems
• Knowledge of Toyota Production System and lean manufacturing concepts
• High aptitude for engineering principles and new technologies
• Knowledge of TS and ISO requirements

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Keyence or Mitsubishi PLCs
• Ability to write complex PLC programs from scratch
• Strong work ethic and high productivity
• Ownership and responsibility for projects

Work Environment

This role is in a clean and safe environment, although it is non-climate controlled. The company is the largest employer in the area with 1200 employees, offering excellent benefits.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $78000.00 - $100000.00

TG Kentucky offers a variety of benefits that include Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, disability are paid and free for employers. Person will accrue 10 days PTO first 2 years, 13 paid holidays. Largest employer in area. 401k match up to 3%. They will cover COBRA fees for new employees until benefits start. Good work/life balance. Rare to work weekends for Engineers. Clean environment and strong quality/safe atmosphere.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lebanon,KY.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 22, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $78,000 - $100,000