Controls Engineer

When you work at Trex, you're helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry... and still leads the way.

We are looking for a Controls Engineer to help us by providing design and support for instrumentation, PLC controls, and a variable frequency that drives all production lines. As a Trex Controls Engineer, you will be looked to as an innovator in the manufacturing process and expected to maximize the productivity and efficiency of our facilities. This role is a key member of our Process Engineering team.

Our Operations team is guided by 5 beliefs:

1. We put people first
2. We all operate on the same page
3. We own it
4. We are always tuned for success
5. We make dynamic decisions

It's how we started and how we continue to lead the industry - finding intersections of opportunity and hard work, digging in, and digging deep. The result is progress, both for the company and for the people building their careers here. If you are values-driven and share our beliefs, if you are willing to hold yourself and others accountable to the highest standards, then Trex is a place you can call home.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put safety first - Always
• Lead and foster our "people first" culture
• Participate in site safety programs designed to ensure safe working conditions and eliminate any workplace accidents. Be familiar with and provide oversight on NFPA70E. Be a visible participant in the site safety program.
• Develops and executes changes to PLC controls where necessary working with process engineers and maintenance technicians.
• Maintains the documentation (both electronic and hard copies) for the electrical panels and PLC controls for each process. This would include drawings, diagrams, manuals, installation disks/CD's, and any other pertinent information. Updates any documentation where necessary. Follows a controlled PLC change system that will track changes.
• Supports capital engineering projects for new equipment, including panel design, coordination with vendors for construction, PLC and HMI programming, and new equipment startup.
• Involved with PLC, drive, instrumentation, and electrical installations. Available to assist maintenance with troubleshooting of control
• Develops and reviews procedures and provides training for others to handle routine PLC control or electrical issues during normal off-hours. Provides off-shift troubleshooting if necessary.
• Conducts and maintains the necessary contacts for ensuring that PLC controls and equipment are current and that the necessary spare parts are available.

JOB LOCATION

Winchester, Virginia, United States (On-site)

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular

EXPERIENCE

We are looking for leaders with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field along with experience in controls design and programming (years of experience requirements are listed below). We want to hear from you if you have previous experience as a systems engineer or electrical engineer.

• Controls Engineer I: 0-1 years of controls design and programming experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Candidates with an associate degree along with 3 years of controls design and programming experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered.
  • Controls Engineer II: 2-4 years of controls design and programming experience in a manufacturing environment.
    • Candidates with an associate degree along with 5 years of controls design and programming experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered.
    • Controls Engineer III: 5-7 years of controls design and programming experience in a manufacturing environment.
      • Candidates with an associate degree along with 7 years of controls design and programming experience in a manufacturing environment will be considered.
    At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there's no road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt, and innovate - always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.
    
    SALARY
    • Controls Engineer I: Base Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 annually.
    • Controls Engineer II: Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 annually.
    • Controls Engineer III: Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000 annually.
    The salary range provided serves as a general guideline for potential compensation for this position. It reflects the base salary and does not account for other benefits or additional compensation opportunities that may apply. This role is also eligible for further compensation through an annual/sales bonus, in addition to the base salary.
    
    At Trex, individual base salaries are determined based on various factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We are committed to maintaining pay equity and consider the internal equity of our existing team members when finalizing compensation offers. In addition to competitive pay, Trex offers a comprehensive benefits package, which is detailed below.
    
    BENEFITS & PERKS
    
    We believe that real effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:
    • Time Off: We'll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
    • Health, Dental and Vision Insurance: Choose from a variety of options. We'll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
    • 401(k) With Company Match: Save for your retirement and we'll match it dollar for dollar.
    • Tuition Reimbursement: We're all about lifting each other to the next level. When you're ready to get the degree, we'll pick up part of the tab.
    • Training and Education: We offer dozens of options to boost your performance - both online and on-site nearby.
    • Stock Purchase Program: Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
    • Employee Discount Program: When you make the World's No. 1 Decking Brand, you'll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We'll give you a discount.
    WHO WE ARE
    
    Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what's next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world's #1 brand of sustainability-made, wood-alternative decking, and deck railing - all proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country as well as caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.
    
    Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:
    • Do the Right Thing
    • Act with Boldness and Authenticity
    • Drive Sustainability
    • Innovate and Adapt
    At Trex, you'll become part of a diverse yet unified team that sustains the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader - learning, adapting, solving, and succeeding.
    
    We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.
    
    CAREER ADVANCEMENT
    
    At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There's an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you've been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise - enhancing your career, your team and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.
    
    EEO
    
    Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.
    
    E-VERIFY
    
    Trex participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. E-Verify is a web-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their employees. For more information, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

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