What are the responsibilities and job description for the Control Engineer position at CompoSecure?
About CompoSecure:
Founded in 2000, CompoSecure (Nasdaq: CMPO) is a technology partner to market leaders, fintechs and consumers enabling trust for millions of people around the globe. The company combines elegance, simplicity, and security to deliver exceptional experiences and peace of mind in the physical and digital world. CompoSecure's innovative payment card technology and metal cards with Arculus security and authentication capabilities deliver unique, premium branded experiences, enable people to access and use their financial and digital assets, and ensure trust at the point of a transaction. For more information, please visit www.CompoSecure.com and www.GetArculus.com.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a Control Engineer to design, develop, and optimize automation and control systems that drive efficiency and performance in our manufacturing and production environments. In this role, you will be responsible for programming, troubleshooting, and maintaining PLCs, HMIs, and other industrial control systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in automation, electrical systems, and industrial controls, with experience in designing and integrating hardware and software solutions. You will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and safety of our control systems while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
The Control Engineer will report to our Director of Advanced Technology and will work onsite 5 days a week out of our office in Somerset, NJ.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, program, and maintain PLCs and HMI systems for automation control.
- Design and integrate robotic systems to improve manufacturing efficiency.
- Implement and oversee vision systems for quality control and defect detection.
- Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards for automated systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve control system issues to minimize downtime.
Requirements:
- Expertise in PLC programming (e.g., Siemens, Allen-Bradley) and HMI design.
- Experience with robotic systems (e.g., ABB, Fanuc) and vision systems (Cognex, Keyence).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus, Ethernet/IP).
- Understanding of electrical systems and schematics.
- Python and/or C programming knowledge is an advantage
Please note: CompoSecure does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or third-party recruiters. Any unsolicited resumes sent to CompoSecure, including to our employees, will become the property of CompoSecure and may be used without any obligation to pay referral or placement fees. Any agency or recruiter seeking to work with CompoSecure's Talent Acquisition Team should contact our team directly by sending an email to recruiting@composecure.com.
CompoSecure is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. We are also an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
