Automation Engineer

Job Description:

Automation and Controls Engineer - Lewisburg, OH

The Automation Engineer is responsible for the total ownership of the controls network and calibration for the site. This position is in support of Maintenance and Operations by working to improve production downtime, technical troubleshooting, and be a site champion in safety and reliability. This is accomplished by assisting with standard operating procedures, calibrations, control system projects, troubleshooting and communication amongst the various teams throughout the facility.  This job requires strong communication, off hour support, interpersonal and team building skills to support site objectives with little or no supervision.

What are we looking for?  

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in Engineering coupled with 2+ years of work experience in plant controls or an associate degree from a technical institution in a related field with 3+ years’ experience in a controls tech position.

Skills:

• Verifiable training with Rockwell PLC’s.
• Lifting 25 lbs.  
• Possess advanced computer skills.

Preferred:

• Experience troubleshooting remotely with OEM technicians.
• Experience using SAP Plant Mx, eMaint, or Maximo
• Strong computer skills using MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook
• Has experience managing projects.
• Has experience with Ladder Logic, Function Block, and Structured Text programming languages.

What will be your key responsibilities?  

• As a team member, the individual has direct responsibility and accountability for all equipment located within the plant control networks to the component level in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings such as P&ID’s, electrical and controls schematics, controls narratives, automation deliverables like logic diagrams.
• Responsible for the total ownership of the site calibration program.
• Responsible for assisting in developing critical preventative and predictive maintenance plans working closely with key site stakeholders.
• Work closely to assist in the managing of automation and integration work with 3rd parties such as OEM vendors and integrators.
• Work closely with other team members to improve plant controls and automation to meet plant efficiency goals.
• Alongside maintenance team members, lead instrumentation troubleshooting and optimization efforts utilizing internal and external resources when necessary.
• Champion personnel and product safety, participating in key safety and design reviews.
• Be willing to help mentor and train personnel

What can you expect from Mars?  

• Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented associates, all guided by The Five Principles.    

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.  

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. 

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. 

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Find out more about what Mars can offer you by visiting our Global Careers site. 

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.