Purple · 22 hours ago
Sr. Controls Engineer
McDonough, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
4+ years expPurple is a digitally-native vertical brand focused on innovative comfort solutions. The Senior Controls Engineer will oversee technical work related to automation projects and support the Operations team, taking on various responsibilities including troubleshooting, managing contractors, and leading the Controls Team.
FurnitureHome DecorManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Install and hook-up manufacturing equipment, exercising care as to size of motors, voltage requirements, and balance circuits for proper power distribution
Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical and electrical components
Hire and build out facility Controls Team
Lead the Controls Team in new equipment and upgrade projects
Manage Electrical Contractors to maintain facility electrical systems
Diagnose nature of problem, perform a variety of electrical test procedures, disassemble equipment and replace defective parts, make connections, reassemble and test
Design control panels designed to UL Standards
Proficiency with VFD programming and troubleshooting
Able to take call outs for machine brake-downs (all hours)
Work closely with engineering to alter and modify production machinery
Perform daily inspections of all equipment plant wide to identify possible equipment problems
Pull parts as required from stock, notify purchasing clerk or supervisor when to reorder parts
Proficient in sizing loads and breaker sizing for machinery
Experience with PLC Ladder Logic and Function Block diagram programming
Program and troubleshoot with GE, Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC’s
Draw basic circuits and electrical diagrams for small equipment
Conduct Root Cause Analysis for Electrical Failures
Network design and implementation
Designing safety systems
Qualification
Required
Associated Degree in an Automation/Electrical program is required
Bachelors Degree in Related field
4 years of experience in a related field
Install and hook-up manufacturing equipment, exercising care as to size of motors, voltage requirements, and balance circuits for proper power distribution
Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment breakdowns involving mechanical and electrical components
Hire and build out facility Controls Team
Lead the Controls Team in new equipment and upgrade projects
Manage Electrical Contractors to maintain facility electrical systems
Diagnose nature of problem, perform a variety of electrical test procedures, disassemble equipment and replace defective parts, make connections, reassemble and test
Design control panels designed to UL Standards
Proficiency with VFD programming and troubleshooting
Able to take call outs for machine brake-downs (all hours)
Work closely with engineering to alter and modify production machinery
Perform daily inspections of all equipment plant wide to identify possible equipment problems
Pull parts as required from stock, notify purchasing clerk or supervisor when to reorder parts
Proficient in sizing loads and breaker sizing for machinery
Experience with PLC Ladder Logic and Function Block diagram programming
Program and troubleshoot with GE, Allen Bradley and Siemens PLC's
Draw basic circuits and electrical diagrams for small equipment
Conduct Root Cause Analysis for Electrical Failures
Network design and implementation
Designing safety systems
Preferred
Experience with injection molding and Extruding machinery a plus
Familiar with Solidworks electrical Schamatic is a plus
Possesses a strong ability to work independently, as well as part of a high functioning maintenance and engineering team
Use a variety of electrical test instruments especially multi-meters, computer, hand power tools, grinders, forklift truck, man lift, hoists and hand tools
Ability to read Electrical Drawings, as well as redline the drawings as field modifications are made, update drawings as needed
Able to Set short term priorities in responding to plant breakdowns and coordinate with Maintenance and Operations Supervisors
Vibration Analysis
Proficiency in Motor Control Theory
Proficiency in P&ID design
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) Match
Flexible PTO
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Company
Purple
Purple is a Utah-based mattress company that also produces pillows, seat cushion, and platform bases.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$62.98MKey Investors
Holland Capital
2023-02-08Post Ipo Equity· $61M
2021-01-05Post Ipo Equity
2016-10-13Equity Crowdfunding· $1.98M
Leadership Team
Todd Vogensen
Chief Financial Officer
Eric Haynor
COO
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