Controls Engineer

Job Description

With our roots in La Crosse, WI, we are proud to be North America’s largest co-packager of alcoholic beverages with four locations across the United States. Through our focuses on Safety throughout our facilities, Quality of products produced for our customers, Communication at all levels, Growth of not just our locations but also of our employees in their careers, and Performance with our ability to meet deadlines and goals for ourselves and our customers, we pride ourselves on the brand we have created and continue to grow.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate is a self-starter with proven leadership skills and has a minimum of 5 years of experience in developing PLC and HMI code for automated packaging equipment and troubleshooting industrial controls and electrical systems. Experience leading frontline multi-craftsmen, developing, and leading preventative/predictive maintenance. Must be available to work and support off shift and weekends and/or as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design and program all aspects of PLC/HMI software for packaging equipment.

Test and debug control systems.

Create, update, and modify machine, part or facilities schematics using a CAD program.

Both AC and DC Drive experience with various drive platforms.

Write and modify, extensive PLC’s and HMI’s programs for the following:

Rockwell Automation Allen Bradley

Modicon

Troubleshoot or establish control networks.

EtherNet / IP

DeviceNet

DH-485

Modbus

Modbus Plus

Troubleshoot systems – electrical, instrumentation and controls.

Electrical schematic design and drafting using AutoCAD Electrical

Troubleshoot Process control systems in particular packaging line control systems.

Perform all duties within GMP standards.

Perform all functions as required within the CMMS.

Train and evaluate trainees/front line techs.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Responsible for department compliance with GMP, HACCP and FSMA guidelines

REQUIRED SKILLS

Software skills to include,

Controllogix 5000 and Studio

ProWorks NXT

Delta V

RsLinx

Factory Talk ME and SE

Connected Components/Drive Tools

Substantial Electrical experience

Ability to work with a minimum of supervision.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems.

Coordination and dexterity needed to use power tools and hand tools.

Coordination and dexterity needed to climb fixed and portable ladders

Minimum Qualifications

College degree in Electrical Engineering, or 5+ years’ experience PLC controls engineering in lieu of degree.

Alen Bradley PLC and motion controls experience.

Root Cause Analysis and continuous improvement experience

System process controls and line balancing experience

Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, control power and drives, sanitary control principals, operation and trouble shooting

Possess excellent communication, planning and multi-tasking skills.

Strong leadership and team skills.

Calculated and precise decision making

City Brewery is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Full-time