Automation Controls Engineer

• Support new equipment programs by providing input on design, gathering quotations, and working with external sources.
• Implement cost reduction and quality improvement ideas through internal and/or external sources.
• Provide leadership in engineering support and troubleshooting of production equipment to support production, manufacturing, and maintenance operations.
• Respond to critical production situations affecting manufacturing and/or distribution operations.
• Control and program designs as requested by Manufacturing Engineers.  Ranging from timing changes to complete reprogramming.
• Work with inside or outside suppliers to build the designs you are responsible for.
• Using available software, translate drawings provided by outside suppliers to our standard documentation.
• Assist in troubleshooting production problems related to machinery and gauges.
• Participate in team activities such as Tooling/Process reviews, cost reduction, and other special projects to improve our operations.
• Help set standards in control and gauge design that promotes production flexibility while reducing change over times.
• Other tasks/projects as needed.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Engineering Degree in Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical or Manufacturing.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of machine controls design experience.
• Understanding of manufacturing automation and programming logic.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Computer abilities including Microsoft office.
• Skill in using computer aided design and/or engineering tools.
• Technical experience relating to design/diagnostics of mechanical/electrical/pneumatic systems.
• Experience with engineering tools, systems, and databases.
• Experience in use of statistical tools and techniques for quality management.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.