Controls Engineer III

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Arun | 224-507-1292
Nihal | 224-507-1280
Title: Controls Engineer III
Location: Wilmington, NC
Duration: 12 Months
Description:
Scope of Position:
• This position will work with other team members to manage, modify, and develop computer systems required to manufacture optical fiber.
• The position will also participate in or occasionally lead projects to meet the plant's objectives, drive cost reduction efforts and participate in capacity expansion efforts.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
• Assist team of engineers to provide production support and troubleshooting for 24/7 manufacturing operation. Work with production associates, technicians, and engineers to ensure reliable equipment operation via automated control systems and user interfaces.
• Support process and product optimization/improvement efforts.
• Provide training for engineers and/or production associates as needed for new processes, equipment, or control systems.
• Participate in capital projects.
• Some after hours, on-call support may be needed.
Required Education & Experience:
• Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science; or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in a technical role or relevant experience
Required Skills:
• Knowledge in computer and PLC programming skills such as: VB, .net, C, Realtime systems or similar
Desired Skills:
• Ability/experience integrating computers into manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and lower cost
• MS Windows, iFIX, EthernetIP I/O, Microsoft Office. Real time controls systems, experience with motion systems (desired but not required), SCADA, Twincat
• Experience in production support in a manufacturing environment
• Problem-solving and debugging skills; ability to understand real needs behind operations and engineering requests
• Ability/experience troubleshooting simple low voltage electrical circuitry
Travel Requirements & Work Hours:
• Monday-Friday 8AM - 5PM. Occasional off-hours on call