Manager Controls - SME

Experienced Controls Engineer SME supporting manufacturing operations across paper and packaging machines. Require hands-on technical expertise with mentorship responsibilities to develop the next generation of electrical and controls engineers.

Primary Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Design, develop, and optimize control systems for automated manufacturing equipment including corrugated box production, tissue converting, wet wipes, diaper manufacturing, and packaging machinery (VFFS/HFFS)
• 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 packaging and converting 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 Siemens, Allen Bradley and Beckhoff)
• 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 ISO, IEC, ANSI, ISA, NEC, NEMA, NFPA, OSHA and UL.
• Experience with Digital Twin and Simulation Tools
• 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