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RTP Company · 22 hours ago

Controls Engineer (Onsite)

Winona, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

RTP Company, headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, is a global compounder of custom engineered thermoplastics. The Controls Engineer will be responsible for driving and giving solutions for the technical execution of the plant’s technology, focusing on automation and control systems.

Manufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Manage strategic, technical projects and tasks in an extremely fast-paced environment

Support the implementation of new projects by configuring control modules and HMI graphics

Continuously improve process control systems through Advanced Process Control, Alarm Management, and Operator Interface Optimization

Accountable for integration of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and process controls

Accountable for training of end users on the operations of newly installed or modified process control systems

Responsible for the standardization of control systems and control logic designs, documentation of operation procedures and as-built drawings and logic

Serve as plant liaison for new system start up and commissioning by all outside controls contractors and system integrators to ensure proper transfer of documented PLC program changes and adequate training on the installation/changes that have been completed

Develop, troubleshoot, improve, and maintain automation documentation (schematics, functional descriptions, PLC programs, SCADAs, etc.)

Processing Automation troubleshooting

Manage Automation improvement projects

Mentor/train Instrumentation & Controls Technicians

Other duties/responsibilities as assigned, or apparent

Qualification

PLC programmingAutomation documentationElectrical distribution systemsHMI configurationVFD integrationAutoCADTrainingDevelopmentInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving

Required

Not eligible for work sponsorship

Manage strategic, technical projects and tasks in an extremely fast-paced environment

Support the implementation of new projects by configuring control modules and HMI graphics

Continuously improve process control systems through Advanced Process Control, Alarm Management, and Operator Interface Optimization

Accountable for integration of PLCs, HMIs, VFDs, and process controls

Accountable for training of end users on the operations of newly installed or modified process control systems

Responsible for the standardization of control systems and control logic designs, documentation of operation procedures and as-built drawings and logic

Develop, troubleshoot, improve, and maintain automation documentation (schematics, functional descriptions, PLC programs, SCADAs, etc.)

Processing Automation troubleshooting

Manage Automation improvement projects

Mentor/train Instrumentation & Controls Technicians

Ability to understand, modify and upgrade PLC logic

Ability to update P&ID's, electrical/mechanical prints

Skilled in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy, and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community

Ability to analyze and assess training and development needs

Able to understand and utilize engineering drawings, operating manuals, and blueprints to conduct business

Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment

Attendance is an essential function of the position