ControlsManufacturing Engineer

Job Description:

Company Description

Alpine an ITW company currently has an opening for a Manufacturing Engineer in its Litchfield IL (greater St. Louis) facility. The Manufacturing Engineer will provide technical leadership direction and engineering support for the safe manufacturing of products which meet or exceed quality requirements and business goals and objectives. This role will identify opportunities and initiate actions to improve processes and production methods that safely improve our manufacturing cost quality productivity product performance and delivery to best meet customer needs.

Alpine is a leading provider of building component software equipment and the industrys best service to truss manufacturers. Partnering with our customers we help to improve their businesses and make them more productive. We are also a leader in delivering software solutions to homebuilders to increase productivity and profitability.

ITW offers its employees a path for advancement a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to help employees care for themselves their families and their futures.

Job Description

The Controls Engineer / Technician will support operations through the design maintenance and continuous improvement of automated control systems. This role will balance hands-on troubleshooting with project-based engineering work with a strong emphasis on robotics automation and process improvement.

Robotics & Automation Development

Design develop and improve automated control systems including PLCs HMIs robotics AMRs smart sensors and drive systems
Develop new PLC and robotic programs and continuously improve existing systems using company standards
Program troubleshoot and optimize robotic systems (Fanuc preferred) and related automation platforms
Support integration of automation systems including PLCs robotics HMI and data collection systems
Configure and maintain AC drive systems including such as Allen Bradley PowerFlex ()
Work with industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet/IP Remote I/O and Modbus TCP/IP
Design and modify electrical circuits control panels and system architectures

Process Improvement & Engineering Support

Provide electrical and mechanical troubleshooting support for production equipment and automated systems
Lead root cause analysis efforts and implement corrective actions to improve equipment reliability and uptime
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles
Support and lead capital projects related to automation controls upgrades and equipment modernization
Ensure maximum reliability and performance of manufacturing equipment
Support equipment rebuilds repairs and system upgrades
Create and maintain documentation including electrical schematics programs and operating procedures

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborate with Maintenance Engineering Operations and IT teams to resolve issues and improve system performance
Provide technical support and training to maintenance and production personnel
Partner with Engineering/Maintenance on machine design improvements and new equipment implementation
Ensure compliance with safety environmental and company standards in all activities

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Controls Engineering or related technical field preferred (or equivalent experience)
2-5 years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering within a manufacturing environment
Strong experience with Allen Bradley PLC platforms (SLC 5/05 ControlLogix CompactLogix MicroLogix)
Experience with robotic programming and automation systems (Fanuc preferred)
Experience with AC drives motor control systems and industrial automation hardware
Proficiency in HMI development (PanelView Ignition or similar)
Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP Modbus TCP/IP Remote I/O)
Experience with Microsoft Office and computer-aided design software (AutoCAD or similar a plus)
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems in a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of lean manufacturing root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies
Strong project management communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to travel 15-20%
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to support operations

Ideal Candidate

Hands-on experience with PLC programming and robotic programming in a high-speed manufacturing environment
Experience with robotics Autonomous Mobile Robots (AMR) and smart sensor technologies
Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with a proactive problem-solving mindset
Demonstrated ability to lead and execute continuous improvement initiatives
Effective communicator who can work cross-functionally with operations maintenance and engineering teams
Ability to balance floor support with project-based engineering work

Additional information

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Compensation Information:

$61200 - $91800

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.