Controls Engineer

Controls Engineer

Overview

The Controls Engineer position provides expertise in industrial manufacturing and process controls to support the production of energetic materials and packaged explosives. This role will focus on the design, programming, and optimization of advanced process control systems, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability for new projects at our satellite manufacturing plants and new projects. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with DCS/PLC systems, industrial automation, and process control design.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Ability to uphold the company's mission, vision, and values. Promote safety awareness in both work practices and company culture.
• Meet with, interface with, and coordinate designs with the various stakeholders during development phases from concept development through construction.
• Responsible for the electrical and control aspects of new capital and improvement projects including hardware design, programming, design documentation, networking, data acquisition, equipment installation, equipment debug, and support.
• Design and review P&IDs, process descriptions, and automation documentation.
• Design and program DCS/PLC control systems and implement system configurations.
• Define and coordinate the physical installation of instruments, control valves, and I/O cabinets.
• Troubleshoot and maintain Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) and related controls.
• Maintain and develop plant electrical loads analysis, Arc Flash requirements and One-Line drawings.
• Preparation of specifications, technical documentation, operating and maintenance procedures.
• Coordinates with operations to ensure correct equipment installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Perform PID loop tuning using manual or software-based methods.
• Assist with the procurement of equipment, materials, and services and the selection and hiring of subcontractors.
• Supply project leaders with capital cost estimates and project timelines for completion of electrical and control work.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Safety Orientation: Commitment to "safety first" always and in all situations; accepting that safety is not something else to do. It is an element of everything we do for our employees and customers. If unsafe, we stop and do not go forward until it is.
• Commitment to Task: Able to take responsibility for actions and outcomes and persist despite obstacles; give dedication to the position; demonstrate dependability under challenging circumstances and show a sense of urgency about getting results.
• Communication: Able to present information through spoken or written word; read and interpret complex information; talk with internal/external customers; listen well.
• Decision-Making & Problem-Solving: Able to act in solving problems while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues; able to use reason, even while dealing with emotional topics; review facts and weigh options with solid attention to detail.
• Policies, Processes, & Procedures: Able to act following established guidelines; follow standard regulatory procedures; communicate and enforce organizational policies and procedures.
• Integrity: Deal with others straightforwardly and honestly, be accountable for actions, maintain confidentiality, and support company values.
• Adaptability: Adjusts planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and priorities in a changing environment.
• Customer/Quality Focus: Anticipates and meets customers' needs and appropriately responds. Provides the highest quality service and product to all customers.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in Electrical/Controls Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Computer Science, with at least five years of related experience.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing, food and beverage manufacturing, or other relevant industries.
• Proficiency with DCS/PLC systems, motor control, and variable frequency drives.
• Experience with communication protocols: Ethernet/IP, Modbus, Modbus TCP/IP, Fieldbus, DeviceNet.
• Proficiency in multiple IEC 61131-3 programming languages such as LD, ST, and FBD
• Experience with Allen-Bradley controls - Logix/Studio and FactoryTalk View ME/SE
• Working knowledge of the UL, NEC, CEC, NFPA, Hazardous Rating, and other technical codes.
• Working knowledge of PSM (process safety management) processes and systems is desired but not required.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and control software tools.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar software is a plus
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and meet deadlines.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• This position supports Austin Powder Company locations in the United States and Canada.
• Work is both in a remote office setting and out in the field.
• United States or Canada (Remote)
• Willingness and ability to travel to company locations in the United States and Canada on a scheduled and unscheduled basis, approximately 30%

AUSTIN POWDER's Mission

To improve the world we live in through the safe and responsible use of explosives.

AUSTIN POWDER's Vision

We will be the global leader of explosive products, services and technologies as defined by our Customers, our Family and our Communities.

AUSTIN POWDER's Values

Safety is our 1st priority; WE are customer focused; we leverage the Power of the Family; We treat everyone with respect.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to celebrate the company's rich history beginning in 1833. This is a unique opportunity to drive future success through continued transformation of key manufacturing processes and lead the sites to best in class performance levels and culture.

Austin Powder is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Austin Powder also participates in E-Verify.