Controls and Systems Engineer

Whirlpool • Greenville, OH

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About The Position

Your responsibilities will include Work closely with a team of engineers and technicians with responsibility for automation projects, both new installations and retrofits, that improve safety, quality, production, and reduce cost in the manufacturing plant. Develop comprehensive maintenance and reliability strategy to sustain performance of automation systems as they scale Design, program, test, and commission Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. Develop electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and network architectures using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical) in compliance with safety standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, UL). Develop and implement control strategies and algorithms, including PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) loops and motion control, to optimize system performance. Perform root cause analysis and provide rapid technical support to diagnose and resolve issues with existing control systems, minimizing production downtime. Ensure all control systems adhere to relevant internal, industry, and safety standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 79, ISO). Manage controls-related projects, including scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination. Manage and maintain all aspects of the label printing systems and associated network infrastructure/software. Collaborate closely with the IT Operations team to ensure the continuous reliability and stability of the network environment through proactive maintenance, performance optimization, and swift, effective resolution of all connectivity and infrastructure incidents. Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servo/motion control systems Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering or Automation Engineering 5+ years of experience in controls systems engineering 5+ years of experience in PLC programming (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram) 5+ years of experience with HMI/SCADA development and industrial networking protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus) 5+ years of experience with label printing systems and associated network infrastructure/software Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems Soft Skills & Other Requirements Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills Strong verbal and written communication abilities for collaboration with cross-functional teams (Mechanical, Manufacturing, IT, Production) Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

Requirements

• Experience with variable frequency drives (VFDs) and servo/motion control systems
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering or Automation Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in controls systems engineering
• 5+ years of experience in PLC programming (e.g., Ladder Logic, Structured Text, Function Block Diagram)
• 5+ years of experience with HMI/SCADA development and industrial networking protocols (e.g., EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus)
• 5+ years of experience with label printing systems and associated network infrastructure/software
• Proficiency in troubleshooting electrical and mechanical systems
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities for collaboration with cross-functional teams (Mechanical, Manufacturing, IT, Production)
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a team of engineers and technicians with responsibility for automation projects, both new installations and retrofits, that improve safety, quality, production, and reduce cost in the manufacturing plant.
• Develop comprehensive maintenance and reliability strategy to sustain performance of automation systems as they scale
• Design, program, test, and commission Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs), and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Develop electrical schematics, control panel layouts, and network architectures using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical) in compliance with safety standards (e.g., NEC, NFPA, UL).
• Develop and implement control strategies and algorithms, including PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) loops and motion control, to optimize system performance.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide rapid technical support to diagnose and resolve issues with existing control systems, minimizing production downtime.
• Ensure all control systems adhere to relevant internal, industry, and safety standards (e.g., OSHA, NFPA 79, ISO).
• Manage controls-related projects, including scope definition, budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
• Manage and maintain all aspects of the label printing systems and associated network infrastructure/software.
• Collaborate closely with the IT Operations team to ensure the continuous reliability and stability of the network environment through proactive maintenance, performance optimization, and swift, effective resolution of all connectivity and infrastructure incidents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level