POSITION TITLE: Controls Engineer
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
JOB SUMMARY
Plans, directs and coordinates technical aspects of manufacturing processes in operation of plant to ensure on-time product launches and shipments.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Develops estimates for equipment, processes, tooling and labor for new products or changes to existing products
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Review projects including quotes, job specifications and resolves any differences in-between
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Systems Architecture including non-standard material and control panel power requirements & distributions
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Reviews specifications and standard practices – inclusive of internal hardwired and logic standards.
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Material ordering responsibilities, including advanced orders
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Assisting with Installation
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Debugging, launch, standby
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Ability to work on a team and independent
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Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
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Participates with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
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Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
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Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
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Coordinates with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
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Applies statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.
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Designs tools, fixtures, product/part, and machines.
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Performs manufacturing cost estimating and feasibility studies.
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Implements productivity and efficiency improvements.
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Assists in establishing advanced quality engineering standards and procedures
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Takes the lead role in project development and implementation
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Participates in cross-functional teams procuring new technology, equipment, and processes, launching new processes and production equipment.
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Development and application of advanced technology.
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Empowerment to initiate corrective actions when problems which impact the quality of the product and /or quality system are identified.
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Coordinates all activities of assigned project to meet timing and budget constraints.
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Initiates and completes ECN's for new or existing products/processes.
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Responsible for adherence to all company safety and housekeeping rules.
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Bachelor of Science in Engineering, manufacturing experience preferred but not required. 3 – 5 years of experience.
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Must have strong analytical skills, problem solving skills and communication skills.
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Knowledge in mechanical principles, machining practices, assembly and fabrication techniques, PPAP, and FMEA.
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Physical demands required: Occasional lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and fingering.
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Environmental conditions: Exposure to noise, atmospheric conditions and moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools or machinery.
