Controls Engineer

Overview

Stryten Energy is hiring a Specialist, Controls Engineer for our state-of-the-art, cutting-edge, 9-year-old plant in Kansas City, MO. Your impact will be visible across the facility as you help lead automation initiatives that drive safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity. This role will guide, design, spec, install, and program new automation investments and highlight high-potential investment areas. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will also collaborate with automation engineers across our manufacturing network to share best practices and support continuous improvement efforts. 

About the plant - This plant is located close to the airport and within the suburbs of Kansas City, so you won’t have to worry about commuting to the downtown area. Reporting to the Maintenance and Engineering Manager, you are the subject matter expert (SME) and will share knowledge with the 45 employees in operations. At this facility, you are a big fish in a small pond but part of a company with more than 2,500 employees.

Training is available - As the only place in the United States that operates as quickly as we do, you’ll receive training directly from the manufacturer on the proprietary rolling mill and punch press equipment used.

Advancement and growth – With 5 manufacturing facilities in the US, there are always opportunities to move up or around within the company.

Apply to learn more about our new projects for the upcoming year where you’ll play a key role in our manufacturing plants and other key initiatives.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Apply online or text plantjobs to 678-931-7826 to begin your pre-screening process!

Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform essential duties that include the following:

Responsibilities:

• The Controls Engineer will be the go-to person for new process improvement recommendations and designs and critical troubleshooting events, and new process improvement recommendations and designs
• Take ownership of all the automation aspects of our equipment
• Gather data on manufacturing processes, analyzing them for optimal improvement opportunities.
• Develop upgrade plans for manufacturing equipment and roll them out on all like equipment.
• Understand PID loops for critical process controls to improve process capabilities
• Build SCADA and MES solutions to improve our manufacturing efficiency and help drive strategic process improvements
• Develop a thorough understanding of the processes at our facilities
• Grow knowledge of the facility team and gain their trust
• Take a hands-on approach to improvements
• Improve uptime on manufacturing equipment
• Increase production speed at the current quality requirements and uptime
• Isolate critical data outputs of the process and define indicators of key process performance
• Foster strong relationships with members of the operations team and vendors
• Work at all levels across the organization
• Grow expertise in Automation, MES, Industry 4.0 and IIoT
• Will be responsible for helping with Capital Projects

Qualifications

• BS or greater in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Electrical Engineering or STEM related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in process or manufacturing engineering, with a track record of driving operational excellence
• Proven experience with any of the following PLCs: Allen Bradley, GE Fanuc, AutomationDirect, Beckhoff, and SAFire Drives.
• Experience with all Rockwell software packages including but not limited to RS Logix 5, 500 and 5000, Factory Talk view designer, RS Networks, Panelbuilder, kepserver and related communications packages.
• Familiar with motion controls systems, servos and modern sensor types and uses. (Nidec, and Vamco is a plus)
• Experience in HMI and/or Operator Interface programming and configuration of any of the following software packages Ignition, and Factory Talk View is a requirement for this role, and Ignition is preferred
• Proven record of successfully operating independently with little or no direct supervision
• Demonstrated ability to analyze processes looking for improvements in efficiency as well as product quality, layout of equipment, workflow and safety.
• Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, Excel and database software
• Familiar with industrial networking technologies including Ethernet/IP and Mod buss
• Familiar with all aspects of electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic machine systems (power sources, energy control, motion devices)
• Proficient with CAD drawing packages and able to create from new schematics from scratch (preferrable) and/or update drawing packages as needed
• Develop training and technical documents to present and/or instruct others on new process changes or machine modifications.
• Six sigma certification is a strong plus
• Experience with ABB and Powerflex drives

About the work environment:

• You will work in both office and manufacturing environments. Battery manufacturing employs chemicals, heat and heavy equipment, and as such you will at times be exposed to lead, fumes, noise, dirt, hazards, and chemicals, and in all cases will be provided with appropriate PPE.
• You must be able to see, hear and speak; able to sit, stand for at least two hours at a time, sit, bend, crawl, squat, kneel and climb able to use both arms and hands to use a computer and peripherals and lift 40 pounds from floor level, able to work below ground level in confined spaces and on stationary or mobile elevated platforms, able to wear respirator and other personal protective equipment (PPE) as required, able to climb stairs.

TRAVEL:

• Minimal travel for this position.

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EEO

Stryten Energy is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Our Company

Stryten Energy is a leading battery manufacturer and energy storage company providing one of the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios of battery technologies and energy storage solutions. The company designs, manufactures and distributes advanced lead, lithium and vanadium redox flow batteries for automotive, commercial vehicle, golf cart, material handling, specialty motive, aerial work platforms, floor care, data center, telecommunications, utility, industrial, military and government applications. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, Stryten Energy operates 15 manufacturing and component facilities across the United States, with additional manufacturing operations in Mexico and China and commercial offices throughout Europe and Asia. The company’s portfolio includes the Stryten Energy, C&D Technologies and Trojan Battery product brands, serving customers worldwide with reliable energy storage solutions for critical infrastructure, mobility and national security applications. Learn more at www.stryten.com.