Charter Manufacturing · 14 hours ago
Senior Controls Engineer
Fostoria, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCharter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business that focuses on growth and innovation. The Senior Controls Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining systems for motion control, SCADA, and automation projects, while collaborating with maintenance and operations teams to enhance safety and minimize downtime.
ManufacturingMining
No H1B
Responsibilities
Solve complex control engineering challenges and program using IEC 61131-3 languages within Rockwell Automation and Siemens toolsets
Provide 24/7 support for businesses and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to fix root-cause issues, reduce downtime, and improve safety
Design, select, manage, program, and commission automation equipment to enhance existing systems, including PLC programming and interfacing with HMI, MES, and SQL database systems
Enable internal and external partners to understand design standards, implementation strategies, and best practices, while maintaining proper documentation
Identify opportunities to increase safety, reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve quality
Mentor and train others to improve safety, lower downtime, and expand off-hour support resources
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or commensurate experience
Five plus years of professional experience with automation and control systems design
High level of proficiency working with PLC Hardware, PLC programming, automation controls, and Control Systems
Ability to contribute on large scale projects
Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, National Electric code, UL508A)
Knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI B11/RIA 15, OSHA)
Good working knowledge of CAD for updating and creating electrical drawings
Applicable knowledge of HMI and programming languages
Availability for on-call rotation 2-4x per month
Preferred
Eight plus years of professional experience with automation and control systems design
Experience with multiple PLC languages
Experience in Power Systems and Power Electronics
Proficiency programming and tuning variable frequency drives
Heavy Industrial or similar industrial experience
Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments
Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet networks, Wireless Networks, and field bus networking
Experience with motion control systems consisting of motors, drives, and encoders
Knowledge of cyber-security protocols and methods to ensure systems are secure and protected
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing
Company-paid life insurance
Disability coverage
Paid time off (PTO)
Company
Charter Manufacturing
Charter Manufacturing is a mining & metals company that provides steel and iron products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John W. Mellowes
CEO
Tom Marry
President and COO
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