Sr. Controls Engineer

Location Address:

123 Main Street, Atlanta, Georgia 30346

The Senior Controls Systems Engineer role is a pivotal multi-site role responsible for plant process control systems and networks to ensure operation, reliability, and continuous improvement for production and related site activities. This role will be critical in the controls engineering team through technically complex projects and ensuring delivery of innovative solutions. Responsibilities include troubleshooting electrical and controls-related issues, engaging in control system software changes and upgrades, participating in capital project implementations, and supporting plant and divisional initiatives to drive continuous improvement.

• PLC, HMI expertise to our AR BMM and Wheel rebuild programs
• Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting control system failures and identifying solutions, while educating peers and maintenance staff.
• Work with engineering, maintenance, and operations to make necessary changes to equipment for process improvements, system upgrades, preventative procedures, product changes, and new product launches.
• Improve equipment uptime and contribute to plant reliability efforts.
• As requested collaborate with internal and external partners to develop and implement standards to maintain the controls architecture and integrity.
• Provide engineering technical support to maintenance and plant operations to deliver performance, safety, and quality improvements, as well as cost‑saving initiatives.
• Provide supervision to engineering firms, construction contractors, and equipment vendors.
• Share technical expertise to build controls knowledge and capability within the equipment maintenance team.
• Provide engineering support for CAPEX projects of varying magnitude from routine parts replacement to large‑scale plant expansions.
• Serve as an internal subject‑matter resource for all electrical systems including PLC, HMI, drives, motors, equipment troubleshooting, system integration, sensors, electro‑mechanical devices, robotics, and instrumentation.
• Interface with maintenance electricians and electronic technicians to successfully install and maintain projects and lead troubleshooting efforts.
• Make recommendations to Cable improve the function and reliability of control and power systems.
• Develop process and equipment understanding to support continuous improvement efforts.
• Appropriately develop, maintain, and document equipment and control system changes.
• Maintain records as required (project plans, schematics, drawings, spare parts, calibration logs, repair logs, etc.).
• Additional duties as assigned.

• Reasonable mandatory overtime may be required due to business needs.

• 10+ years of relevant industrial controls experience.
• 10+ years of engineering or operations experience with plastics/packaging industry equipment and systems.
• Demonstrated technical understanding of power distribution systems and Arc Flash compliance within a manufacturing or production facility.
• Experience solving problems with electrical circuits and instrumentation.
• Proficiency with schematics and wiring diagrams.

• Working knowledge of data collection systems.
• Strong working knowledge of PLC and controls products (e.g., Control Logix, InTouch HMI, Panel View, Factory Talk, Asset Centre, VFDs).
• Strong working knowledge of industrial controls networks (e.g., Ethernet/IP).
• Strong working knowledge of process instrumentation.
• Working knowledge of OT (Operational Technology) systems and hardware.
• Knowledge of various industrial and electrical standards such as NEC, NFPA, OSHA, ANSI, etc.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 5S methodology.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and listening); ability to adjust communication style to multiple audiences, facilitate group coaching, and share information to positively confront and effectively deal with non‑compliance through soft skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and empower people, mentoring and coaching individuals in short‑ and long‑term development needs.
• Ability to build personal relationships based on trust, mutual respect,…