MAU is hiring a Controls and Automation Engineer for MasterBrand in Ferdinand, IN. As a Controls and Automation Engineer, you will be responsible for designing technology systems to support business operations and maximize productivity, minimizing costing effects, and developing efficient and fast deliverables. This is a direct-hire opportunity.
Benefits Package:
- 401k
- 401k matching
- Extended leave
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for advancement
Shift Information:
- Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM or 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Required Education and Experience:
- 4-6 years of engineering and/or leadership experience in manufacturing preferred
- At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing systems automation, process control systems, or software development in a manufacturing environment preferred
General Requirements:
- Deep understanding of key manufacturing processes to develop and implement effective system strategies
- Skilled in diagnosing and resolving both on-site and remote application-related issues
- Proficient in computer skills with the ability to quickly adapt to new software and applications
- Experienced in project management, including initiating, planning, and executing project work
- Expertise in developing user requirements and functional specifications for manufacturing solutions
- Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams effectively
- Strong interpersonal skills for leadership in a matrix organization without direct authority
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to create clear, concise technical documentation
- Proven success in implementing new equipment launches, including robotic integration into existing processes
- In-depth technology industry knowledge, including system coding and programming languages
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and change management abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Requirements:
- BS degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field preferred
- Lean or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification is a plus
Essential Functions:
- Provide operational support, including maintenance, fault diagnosis, installation, and modification of field instruments, process control and safety systems, Fire & Gas systems, and other electrical/electronic equipment.
- Support automated control systems for manufacturing, refining robot movement programs, and collaborating with vendors and design teams.
- Lead and support controls and automation projects to enhance system performance.
- Design technology systems to optimize business operations, improve productivity, and minimize costs.
- Define functional requirements through stakeholder interviews, documentation analysis, and workflow process mapping (Value Stream Maps).
- Provide expert guidance to develop technical requirements for complex manufacturing system solutions.
- Execute manufacturing system projects from development through implementation.
- Generate manufacturing-based reports and dashboards for performance tracking.
- Demonstrate initiative and problem-solving skills for innovative solutions.
- Serve as the subject matter expert for manufacturing systems within the organization.
- Manage technical deliverables throughout the entire project lifecycle, including onsite support for system startups.
- Proactively collaborate with stakeholders to determine the optimal technical approach for system solutions.
- Engage with internal customers to gather plant-centric requirements.
- Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge in a rapidly evolving systems and technology environment.
- Apply project management methodologies and adhere to project standards.
- Report on project progress related to scope, schedule, cost, and performance metrics.
- Assist in problem-solving and defining future opportunities for ongoing projects.
- Support and maintain existing manufacturing system solutions.
- Conduct operational studies and organizational investigations, recommending process and procedural improvements where necessary.
Travel:
- Ability and willingness to travel as needed
MAU Workforce Solutions is an innovative global company with extensive experience providing solutions for success in staffing, recruiting, technology and outsourcing to our clients, employees, and applicants. Headquartered in Augusta, GA since 1973, MAU is a family and minority-owned company offering better processes and better people to create efficiencies and greater profits for our clients. Our relationships with world-class companies, our training programs and our culture of family allow MAU to offer better results, better jobs, and better lives to those who work with us.
All Applicants must submit to background check and drug screening
Disclaimer: This job description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position
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