Principal Automation Controls Engineer

Troubleshoots, debugs, starts-up and maintains new and currently installed automated machines. Develops solution to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. Ensures solutions are consistent with organization objectives. Contributes to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards. Considered expert in field within organization. Impact Effects of decisions are long-lasting and heavily influence the future course of the organization. Errors in judgment or failure to achieve results would result in the expenditure of large amounts of company resources. Liaison Serves as consultant to management and special external spokesperson for the organization on major matters pertaining to its policies, plans, and objectives. Supervision Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignment. Lead PLC/SCADA standardization across the manufacturing network Provide technical support to operations and project teams to solve dynamic problems and improve productivity Work with internal and 3rd party support teams to drive technical issues to resolution Contribute to the development of strategic initiatives such as predictive analytics, IIOT and advanced automation concepts Work with IT teams to ensure seamless patching and updates to manufacturing applications and servers Work with IT teams to deliver best in class OT cybersecurity Maintain controls & automation equipment standards Partner with maintenance and operations to provide training and create troubleshooting guides for reoccurring issues as needed Total Rewards: Salary range: $96,800 - $120,000 Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility Benefits eligible Day 1! 5+ Years of Industrial Automation experience in a manufacturing environment. Prefer Allen-Bradley systems experience including, but not limited to, the Rockwell FactoryTalk suite of software, Logixplatform, and proficient understanding of Allen-Bradley industrial networks required. Good working knowledge of SCADA/HMI systems preferably GE iFix and and/or Ignition. 5+ years of process and/or packaging automation experience. Good working knowledge of variable speed and servo drives. Good working knowledge of robotic control systems, preferably GE-Fanuc. Possess a good understanding of computer and industrial networks. Ability to effectively perform in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. Siemens, Bosch & Rexroth, Beckhoff development experience a plus. Familiar with PM, work order, and asset creation/management