Controls Engineer

Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that values innovation, consistency, and growth? At Grede, our employees are the driving force behind our success. We are passionate about collaboration, customer service, and operational excellence. When you join us, you join a team that rewards dedication with opportunities for advancement, a range of incentives, and a commitment to recognizing your efforts. From our comprehensive benefits packages to paid time off, we invest in your well-being and professional growth. If you are looking for an exciting career with a top industry leader that prioritizes your development, we’d love to hear from you! Join Grede and be a part of a team where your growth, well-being, and career success matter.

The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000.

We're seeking a Controls Engineer to take the lead in designing and implementing engineering projects that enhance our equipment and facilities. From optimizing cycle rates and boosting reliability to tackling challenges using your expertise, every day brings new opportunities to make a real impact. Plus, you'll dive into hands-on problem solving using schematics and PLCs, ensuring our operations run smoothly and efficiently. If you're passionate about driving improvements and love working with the latest technology, this is the role for you!

What You'll Do:

• Modify and optimize existing systems, define, and design interfaces
• Write and prepare technical documentation
• Program and analyze Siemens S7, TIA Portal, Allen Bradley (Rockwell), as well as ABB robot technique. Program and troubleshoot VFD’s
• Work with SCADA systems in both machining and foundry plants
• Maintain plant's fiber optic loop and network racks for the control networks
• Program visualizations and integrate optical systems for monitoring existing processes
• Carry out system diagnosis, modifications, unerring error analysis, and corrections
• Inform, instruct, train, and advise employees with regard to efficiency and optimum utilization of the systems during operation
• Adjust existing hardware systems according to technical specifications or production request meeting requirements and production aspects
• Inspect and amend specification sheets
• Select possible suppliers for reconstructions and facility optimizations, gather and inspect quotations
• Prepare descriptions, estimate and calculate costs
• Inspect interfaces, pursue performances and due dates.
• Determine project status and monitor process of project, decide remedies in case of deviations or disturbances
• Assure 100% compliance with safety regulations within the department in addition to economic targets and technical specifications

What We Need From You:

• Associates Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Science required
• 4-7 years of experience working with PLCs and using PLC systems to troubleshoot equipment
• Experience with S.C.A.D.A. systems is preferred
• Familiarity with configuration, programming, and implementation of motion controllers
• Ability to use or willingness to be trained using forklifts, cranes, electric pallet jacks, etc.
• Attention to detail and ability to transfer knowledge and train other team members
• Experience using software such as MS Office, etc.
• Moderate physical effort. Able to lift up to 50 pounds if needed.
• Must be willing and able to wear all required PPE.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us:

• Comprehensive Benefit Package including Medical and Dental coverages
• 401K
• Insurance: Life, Supplemental Life, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• PPE allowances

Grede is proud to support transitioning service members and current military veterans with career opportunities that are a match for their skills gained while serving our country. Military veterans are encouraged to apply.

We recognize the value of second chances. All individuals seeking stable employment as a step in their journey are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.