Americas

Senior Engineer, Controls

Job Location: Americas

Job Category: Engineering

Job Schedule: Full Time

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General Summary

You will provide technical expertise in control systems, including both PLCs (programmable logic controllers) and DCSs (distributed control systems). In this role you will support Michelman’s transition to Industry 4.0, developing standards and supporting our capital projects as we continue to install control systems throughout our manufacturing footprint.

You must be a results-oriented individual who can build strong working relationships and function effectively at all levels of the organization. You must be able to manage and lead projects across multiple functions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Michelman subject matter expert and owner of our plant automation systems including our Process Control System
• Manage interfaces with the process control system and help to set direction to transition our facilities towards Industry 4.0
• Drive the expansion of the Siemens PCS7 platform across all Michelman sites, supporting capital projects as necessary
• Establish corporate standards for Michelman Control Systems, including configuration, network architecture, instrumentation, etc
• Establish appropriate procedures and expectations for management of our control systems, e.g. Interlock Bypassing
• Provide technical expertise and engineering support to all capital projects requiring modifications or additions to the control system or field instrumentation
• Lead and support projects or instrumentation and control portions of capital projects, supporting regional engineering efforts, reviewing design, specifications, etc
• Provide high level troubleshooting for control system and instrumentation, when regional capabilities are exhausted
• Implement minor configuration changes as requested by the regional team
• Support project pre-commissioning, interlock testing, and commissioning activities as requested by the regional teams
• Manage contractor support and service contracts for all configuration, maintenance and testing activities associated with the control system and field instrumentation
• Establish required preventative maintenance program for all control system hardware, instrumentation calibration, interlock testing and verificatio

Other

• Must be able to climb stairs, stand for extended periods of time, and safely lift up to 25 kg
• Must be able to wear required Personal Protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods of time
• Willingness to travel as the project requires
• Must be able to sit for long stretches of time and work on a computer
• Must be able to work flexibly to collaborate with colleagues in various time zones and support a global business

Critical Competencies, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of control system architecture and networking
• Experience configuring/programming PLCs/DCS
• Ability/Willingness to travel internationally as project needs dictate.
• Proficient in standard business office software
• Demonstrated independent work initiative, sound judgment, diplomacy, analytical ability and professional demeanor
• Proven ability to think independently and handle projects through to completion
• Formal root cause analysis training
• Able to concurrently multi-task in a time sensitive environment
• High levels of self-motivation, initiative, and interpersonal skill
• Excellent presentation, written and oral communication skills in English
• Able to work as a team cross-functionally, across-site and with contractors/service providers
• Must have knowledge in process sensors and data acquisition
• Strong interpersonal skills and strong team player
• Good communication skills and writing skills
• Knowledge of electrical systems up to 480V is strongly valued

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (Electrical or Chemical or other Engineering) with 7+ years of experience as a controls engineer
• Experience with Siemens PCS7 configuration, operation and maintenance is strongly valued
• Experience and knowledge of industrial electrical power distribution systems and motor control is a benefit, but not necessarily required
• GMP experience preferred

Work Hours

Michelman’s standard work hours for this role is Monday – Friday from 8am – 5pm EST.

Note: The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

About Michelman

Motivated by unwavering values, and ingrained with a passion for innovation, Michelman is a global developer and manufacturer of specialized sustainable chemistry used in industrial and agricultural coatings, digital printing, consumer packaging, and advanced composites for automotive and aerospace. From helping grow food and keep it fresh, to making vehicles lighter and more fuel efficient, to shielding our homes from the elements, Michelman‘s environmentally conscious solutions protect and enhance the materials that shape our world.

Michelman is proud of the values-focused work environment that we have crafted. We pride ourselves in our focus on our values of integrity, respect, and success. With our dedication to your technical and professional growth in addition to our rigorous onboarding experience, we guarantee that you will find yourself challenged in new ways. We offer an excellent salary, incentive and benefits package in a dynamic, empowered team environment.
No phone calls please. Michelman does not hire individuals who use tobacco products. All candidates will receive a drug test prior to beginning employment which will include a test for tobacco products.

For more information about Michelman, please visit https://www.michelman.com/.

It is Michelman, Inc. policy to seek and employ qualified persons in all jobs in a manner which will ensure equal employment opportunity as well as administer personnel actions in a manner as to not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Michelman is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

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