SUMMARY Manufacturing Systems Controls Design and Support. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. • Development, integration, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment controls systems, manufacturing systems automation, human-machine interfaces, and industrial communications networks under the direction of senior corporate engineers and integrators • Experience with some of the following is strongly desired: • Rockwell RSLogix 5, 500, 5000, Studio • Rockwell RS View, Factory Talk Studio • Wonderware System Platform, InTouch, InBatch and Historian • Rockwell PowerFlex Variable Frequency Drives • Rockwell Point IO and Flex IO systems • Exposure and understanding of the following is beneficial: • Industrial flow meters, temperature probes, level sensors, photoeyes, and solenoid valves • Microsoft SQL • AutoCAD • VMWare Workstation Player and vSphere • Programming (C++, Visual Basic, Java, Python, etc.) • Cisco networking hardware • Must be available to travel to all Facilities to assist with project work and start-ups. • Work with site Control Technicians for troubleshooting, training, and start-ups • Develop and foster strong relationships with Plant Operation team to evolve current systems architecture and maximize manufacturing efficiencies and output. • Support local Operations needs for electrical and automation system support. • Create written instructions for local Maintenance department for automation systems • Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to fly on commercial aircraft. • Commitment to safety begins with management. Managers and frontline supervisors are accountable for creating and maintaining a culture of Safety and assuring a safe work environment. REQUIRED SKILLS • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • Good understanding of industrial automation programming concepts • Strong understanding of electrical concepts and theories • Understanding of computer WAN and LAN networks • Interaction with plant personnel, both hourly and salary. • Customer focused personality and approach • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public • Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems • Ability to work and manage time independently • Ability to troubleshoot problems quickly and effectively