Overview MPI is a worldwide leader in manufacturing specialized equipment for the investment casting industry. We are looking for a hands-on senior controls engineer to develop, design and collaborate on the creation of control systems for our equipment. This includes: leading the team through multiple projects, creating electrical schematics, PLC program logic, developing and modifying controls, and ensuring our equipment is safe, efficient and cutting-edge. This position leads a team of engineers who are responsible for developing customized solutions for the industry. Hands-on robotic programming experience for complex automation projects is desirable. MPI drives a LEAN culture, focused on customer service excellence. We do this by working to simplify our processes and driving out waste or non-value-added activities. We value participation at all levels and invest in our employees’ training to achieve continuous development of our dynamic team. Responsibilities • Supports MPI lean culture and initiatives by attending and participating in daily lean meetings while supporting efforts to make continuous improvements throughout MPI. • Project Supervision: Oversees the completion of an electrical design for a project with limited supervision. Works directly with Sr. Mechanical Engineer to satisfy project requirements. These responsibilities include the following: • Provides guidance and direction to other Controls engineers • Estimating hours required for the Controls portion of the project. • Electrical enclosure design support. • Electrical schematic design. • Hands-on PLC and HMI programming. • Hands-on Robotic programming is desirable. • Knowledge of vision systems is desirable. • Project documentation, including operation instructions. • Project checking. • Manufacturing assembly support. • Electrical Design: Responsible for creating electrical schematics, plc program logic, and electrical enclosure designs within the constraints determined by the given project, time, cost, performance. • Global decision making: Takes into consideration the short- and long-term impact of a decision along with the effect the decision has on the entire organization. (Does what’s best for the company) • Documentation: Responsible for ensuring MPI documentation standards are followed and completed. (ECR’s, machine manuals, check lists, etc.) • Scheduling & Reports: Responsible for reporting the status of the project in accordance with Epicor Projects (MPI’s information system) and the engineering production schedule at each weekly meeting. If a problem occurs that requires immediate attention, it is the Sr. Engineer’s responsibility to report to the Principal Engineer or department manager. • Comm/SAT: When required capable to travel to customers site to support installation, commissioning, and Site acceptance testing. • Follows ANSI & OSHA standards and MPI safety rules and regulations. • Other duties as assigned by management. Principal Activities: • This is a leadership position focused on project management and controls design; individuals will spend 50% of their effort toward project-based activities. • Key activities in scope: • Performs and supports all activities for Controls Engineers, continuous improvement, PLC, HMI, and Robot controls design, etc. • Maintains project schedule and Epicor projects for on time delivery • Performs tasks as described in MPI document “Eng Task List Rxx” • Supervisory activities • Activities out of scope: • 50% of available time is not available for project-based activities. • Project planning Qualifications • Experience in electrical design and programming of capital equipment that includes mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic assemblies. • Sound understanding of electrical design, schematics, and electrical codes regarding machine tool design. • Sound computer skills, MS Office, Cad for Schematic creation. • Vast knowledge of machine tool electrical design. • Vast knowledge of PLC programming. Omron, AB, and Siemens are desirable. • .Vast knowledge of HMI programming. Indusoft is desirable. • Vast knowledge of Robotics’ programming. ABB and Fanuc are desirable. • Proficient using Microsoft Office, Cad for schematics, and MPI information system “Epicor” • Ability to know when to seek guidance. • Ability to evaluate a process for efficiency and waste • Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Methodical approach to problem solving • Flexible, able to react to changing needs. • Advanced communication skills, able to work with and lead others. • Good organizational skills, able to plan a project from beginning to end. • Good judgment skills, able to consider how decisions affect overall company. • Good leadership skills, guiding team members • Due to ITAR contracts with our customers, all MPI employees are required to be US citizens. Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent, plus 6 to 10 years of related experience. Company Website www.mpi-systems.com Company Profile Why Join MPI • Competitive salary range of $110,000 to $140,000 to commensurate with experience. • Excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, and generous PTO. • Be part of an innovative company that invests in your growth. • Work with advanced technologies in a collaborative, team-focused environment. • Contribute to meaningful projects that make an impact on global manufacturing. • Opportunity for career advancement. Ready to join a company where innovation and continuous improvement drive success? Apply today and become part of MPI’s dynamic engineering team.