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- Full-time
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- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA —Athens, GA
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- 3 years
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HomeGoods —Jefferson, GA
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Automation Controls Engineer

Silgan Plastics -
Monroe, GA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

PLC-based control system operation
Human-machine interface (HMI) systems
Electrical drafting for control systems projects
Technical drawing
Engineering
Electrical schematic reading and interpretation
Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
High school diploma or GED
System development
2D CAD drafting
Electrical drafting for industrial equipment projects
Productivity software
Manufacturing
Electrical Engineering
Microsoft Project
Ladder logic (LD)

Full Job Description

For more than 50 years, Silgan Plastics has defined the plastic bottling industry from technical innovation to creative packaging solutions. No matter what your packaging needs, Silgan can and will handle them. From creation to commercialization, our customized approach to each customer's requirements is what sets us apart from the rest.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

Ready to take your career to the next level, Silgan Plastics is seeking an experienced Controls Engineer to join our Manufacturing Engineering and Automation team. This role is responsible for the specification, design, programming, installation, training and start-up of industrial control systems supporting blow molding, robotics, vision inspection systems and packaging equipment. A key focus of this position is the implementation of automation solutions that reduce end of line labor, improve line efficiency and productivity, enhance safety and reduce operational risk, and support cost reduction initiative across manufacturing operations. The Controls Engineer will work cross-functionally with engineering, operations, maintenance, and safety teams to deliver scalable and reliable automation solutions. Position to be located at one of the following locations Seymour IN, Ligonier IN, Deep River CT, Monroe GA, Flora IL, Franklin KY, Penn Yan NY, Ottawa OH, North East PA, Houston TX, Edmonton AB, Delta BC, Scarborough ON, and Woodbridge ON.

Key Responsibilities:

Controls & Automation Engineering

Design, program, and commission industrial control systems for manufacturing equipment.
Develop PLC and HMI programs primarily using Allen‑Bradley/Rockwell Automation platforms.
Integrate robotics and vision systems.
Support system startups (IQ/OQ/PQ), debugging, and validation at manufacturing sites.
Provide operator and maintenance training on new and modified systems.

Electrical & Panel Design

Design control panels, including:
Electrical schematics
Bills of materials
Wiring diagrams
Read, create, and maintain single‑line diagrams and P&ID drawings.
Ensure designs meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Productivity, Cost & Process Improvement

Identify and implement productivity improvements and workflow optimizations.
Support automation projects aimed at:
Reducing pack labor
Improving line efficiency
Supporting new product initiatives
Increasing manufacturing capacity
Enhancing product tracking from blow molder to pallet
Partner with operations to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Safety & Risk Reduction

Provide engineering, PPE, or training solutions in response to near‑misses or accident reports.
Support safety‑focused automation and guarding improvements in high‑exposure areas.
Ensure controls solutions align with Silgan safety standards.

Equipment Support & Development

Support the design, improvement, and fabrication of internally developed or purchased blow molding and auxiliary equipment.
Collaborate with vendors and internal teams during equipment installation and upgrades.
Experience supporting equipment validation activities (FAT/SAT/IQ/OQ/PQ) within regulated manufacturing environments.

Key Competencies

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
Effective communication with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
Continuous improvement mindset.
Willingness to travel and support multiple manufacturing locations.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires travel within the continental United States and Canada. The ideal candidate must have the ability to obtain a passport as there may be potential travel to our Canadian location. Travel: May include up to 30% to 50% travel pending on project assignments and home plant location.

EDUCATION:

Required: High School Diploma

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field)

Experience & Technical Skills

Required (3–5 years)

Strong knowledge of PLC programming using Allen‑Bradley / Rockwell Automation ladder logic software.
Experience setting up and programming HMIs.
Ability to read, create, and maintain:
Electrical schematics
Single‑line diagrams
P&IDs
Proficiency with:
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Project
2D CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical / Mechanical)
Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred (Not Required)

Working knowledge of PLC/HMI platforms from Siemens, Mitsubishi, or Omron.
Experience with industrial robots such as Yaskawa, Fanuc, Universal Robots, or KUKA.
Experience with vision systems such as Keyence and Cognex.

LIMITATIONS & DISCLAIMER:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Silgan will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so, would cause undue hardship.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan Plastics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan Plastics is a drug-free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Referral program
Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

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