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AFL · 4 hours ago

Controls Engineer

Duncan, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

AFL is a leading manufacturer of fiber optic cable and connectivity solutions, and they are seeking a Controls Engineer to support automated processes in their manufacturing operations. The role involves project support, equipment installation, troubleshooting, and driving process improvements across the organization.

Enterprise SoftwareManufacturingNetwork SecurityTelecommunicationsWeb HostingWired Telecommunications

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Alex Wilson

Responsibilities

Support controls process improvement projects on all manufacturing equipment

Provide hands-on improvement requiring point to point wiring, specifying and installing electrical components, troubleshooting controls/wiring, all Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and component setup, and HMI/PLC programming

Support and manage controls contractors on responsible projects. Develop and maintain scopes of work, schedules, budgets, quotes, etc

Provide support of new equipment installations as well as modifications and repairs to existing equipment

Maintain software revision levels and storage on all program files

Manage Obsolescence of aging electronic equipment and its replacement

Provide competent root-cause problem solving with real sustainable solutions

Qualification

PLC ProgrammingVariable Frequency DriveProcess EngineeringHMI ProgrammingElectrical Circuit DesignProject ManagementVision Systems IntegrationPanel BuildingPoint to Point WiringMechanical Design UnderstandingSoftware Proficiency

Required

5–10 years of experience in Manufacturing Controls Projects through all phases, including concept development, design, procurement, installation, debugging, and start-up

PLC Programming (Allen Bradley, Siemens, GE etc.)

Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) setup and programming (Yaskawa, AB PowerFlex, Siemens, etc.)

Vision systems and intelligent sensor integration

HMI programming, recipes, etc

Networks including Ethernet, Profibus, Remote I/O, etc

Panel building, layout and wiring design, installation, etc

Point to point wiring design and installation

Electrical component setup and troubleshooting

Experienced in electrical circuit/wiring design

Understanding of mechanical and electrical design/drawings

Proven Process engineering, Project management and Root Cause problem solving skills

Hands-on project leader, completes small projects with little to no required support

Proficient with PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Project, Oracle, AutoCAD, Solid Works, etc

Benefits

Flexible time off policy

401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)

Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options

Opportunities for career advance with an industry leading company

Company

AFL

Glassdoor3.7

AFL is a telecommunication company that offers fiber optic cable, transmission and substation accessories to its clients.

Founded in 1984

Duncan, South Carolina, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.AFLglobal.com

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