Automation Engineer

1 month ago


Bloomington, Indiana, United States Actalent Full time

We're seeking a dynamic Manager of Process Control and Automation Engineer who's passionate about driving advancements in process control and automation engineering. This exciting new position will be located in our new Pageland, SC facility supporting our Specialty Materials (SM) business unit.

As a Manager of Process Control and Automation Engineer, you're responsible for improving and streamlining our manufacturing processes through the design, configuration, implementation, support, and integration of process control and automation systems. You'll develop process control applications utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Distributed Control Systems, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems (SCADA).

Other Responsibilities
  • Responsible for all aspects of maintenance shift operations including Safety, Quality, Company Policies, Production, Operational Cost, Lean Manufacturing Procedures and On-Time Performance.
  • Managing and supporting maintenance team including task assignment, performance management, policy adherence and development.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot challenges to appropriately recommend continuous improvement strategies and solutions.
  • Apply advanced engineering principles and process control strategies to improve operating efficiency of new and existing automation systems.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to implement process control models, strategies, and other methods for ensuring strong outputs, reliability and efficiencies.
  • Provide technical expertise in support of capital projects, process evaluation, and project modifications.
  • Assure process documentation is regularly developed and maintained.
  • Interface with multiple equipment suppliers to understand their equipment operation and control.
Skills

Electrical, Plc programming, Preventive maintenance, foundry, reliability engineering

Top Skills Details

Electrical,Plc programming,Preventive maintenance

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with exposure to Automation, Programming, and control systems theory.
  • At least 5 years of electrical process control and automation experience.
  • Previous leadership experience

Preferred Qualifications (in addition to Basic Qualifications):

  • 3 years of electrical process control and automation experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment
  • Experience with Allen Bradley ControlLogix and CompactLogix PLCs with RSLogix5000 software
  • Experience with Allen Bradley FactoryTalk View SE Station Programming software
  • Experience with Siemens Level I PLC systems, Siemens PCS7 HMI, and Siemens TDC
  • Specific knowledge of Siemens Drives S120, G150, and Simotion controls

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.

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