Delivery Lead / Manager - Control Systems

Job Description

Technical Leadership Design, develop, and optimize control systems for process industries, and packaging machinery. Provide technical solutions for complex automation challenges across multiple manufacturing platforms. Develop and maintain electrical and control system standards and best practices. Troubleshoot and resolve critical control system issues across various manufacturing platforms. Execute system improvements to enhance equipment efficiency, reliability, and product quality. Implement industrial networking solutions and integrate various control systems. Mentorship & Knowledge Transfer Coach and mentor junior electrical and controls engineers in electrical and control system design, programming, and troubleshooting. Review and validate electrical and control system designs and programs developed by junior engineers. Guide junior electrical and controls engineers in developing engineering specifications and original design concepts. Develop and conduct technical training programs for team members. Create technical documentation and knowledge base materials. Foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the team. Tool/Technical skills: 15+ years of experience in industrial automation and controls engineering. Demonstrated expertise in process and packaging machinery control systems. Extensive experience in selection and use of control system hardware (e.g., controller, power supplies, input/output cards and chassis, communication hardware, etc.) Expert-level knowledge in PLC, HMI and SCADA system design, programming, and troubleshooting (preferably PLC - Allen Bradley, Siemens, SCADA Ignition, Wonderware & GE, Drives Rockwell & Siemens). Strong understanding of industrial networks and communication protocols (Profinet, Ethernet/IP, Modbus, DeviceNet, BACnet). Proven experience with motion control systems and servo applications (Servo drive parameterization, programming, and tuning). Expert knowledge in Selection of motors, motor controllers or drives, calculation of motor horsepower, torque, speed range, reduction ratios etc. Selection of sensor technologies applicable to the desired type of measurement and have good knowledge in sensor characteristics. Selection of other control elements like solenoid valves, On-off devices/relays, self-regulating devices, transducers, current/pneumatic [I/P] conversion, etc. based on application Conversant with codes, standards, and regulations like UL, IEC, ANSI, ISA, NEC, NEMA, and NFPA. Knowledge of Industry 4.0 and IIoT Technologies. Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) Integration. Required Competencies Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Proven mentoring and coaching experience. Ability to work independently and lead technical initiatives. Strong documentation and technical writing skills. Project management capabilities.