PLC Engineering Manager

3 weeks ago

Waynesboro, Virginia, United States Danfoss Full time
Job Description

Danfoss is looking for PLC Engineering Manager – Industrial Refrigeration at our Waynesboro, PA facility. As a member of the Global Headquarters for Industrial Refrigeration System Controls, the PLC Engineering Manager is responsible for providing industrial refrigeration technical expertise to our PLC Engineering teams supporting Engineer-To-Order PLC System Controls.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support the PLC Engineering Team in creating, developing, and documenting PLC programs for industrial refrigeration systems utilizing Allen-Bradley Studio 5000, FactoryTalk SE, Wonderware, and Ignition

• Create and read logic and flow diagrams for program design, programming, simulation, testing, and start-up.

• Support the Sales Organization and Inside Sales with technical expertise for quotations and customer discussions.

• Leverage refrigeration expertise to assist in the resolution of escalated troubleshooting activities, when necessary

• Responsible for planning, organizing, and managing the project schedules and the resources in the PLC Engineering Department

• Supervise, guide, direct, and develop the PLC Engineering Team

• Define competencies for successful performance and ensure that employees receive appropriate motivation, recognition, and training development opportunities for continuing growth

• Optimize engineering performance by contributing engineering recommendations to strategic planning and reviews; preparing and completing action plans to improve productivity, quality, and customer satisfaction goals; resolving engineering issues; identifying trends; determining system improvements; and implementing change

• Meet departmental objectives by forecasting requirements and preparing an annual budget for manpower, equipment, and training, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions

• Maintain base of knowledge by remaining current on industry codes and requirements, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations.

• Accomplish engineering and organization mission by collaborating with other members of management.

• Other duties as required

Background & Skills

The ideal candidate possesses these skills:


• Bachelor's degree (Electrical Engineering, or Mechatronics) or equivalent from an accredited college, or equivalent experience

• Experience with Industrial Refrigeration systems and principles

• Ability to read, write, and develop PLC programs

• 7-10 years experience with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley Studio 5000/Factory Talk)

• Wonderware experience is strongly preferred

• Ignition experience is a strongly preferred

• Familiarity with VFDs, starters, and circuit breakers (220V & 460V primarily) preferred

• Ability to create and read wiring diagrams

• Strong time management and project management skills to maintain engineering project and production schedules

• Working knowledge of communication protocols and controls networking principles

• Strong technical and analytical proficiency with the ability to multi-task and thrive in a team environment

• Results-oriented and "hands-on" approach

• Possess strong organization skills, strong customer focus, and orientation

• Excellent communication skills – oral & written

• Occasional travel domestically (10-20% per year)

At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all the requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.

Employee Benefits

We are excited to offer you the following benefits with your employment:

  • Bonus system
  • Paid vacation
  • Flexible working hours
  • Personal Insurance
  • Opportunity to join Employee Resource Groups
  • State-of-the-art virtual work environment
  • Employee Referral Program

This list does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow

At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.

Following our founder's mindset "action speaks louder than words", we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.

Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.


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