Project Engineer, Controls

Project Engineer, Controls

Work Mode : Onsite

Location : Onsite - Casa Grande, AZ

Opportunity

We are growing! Kohler has completed construction on a new 1 million-square-foot manufacturing facility on 200 acres in the industrial corridor of Casa Grande, AZ. We are looking for passionate talent to join our Manufacturing and Engineering team. This role will be based at our Casa Grande facility.

What We Offer :

Competitive salary with annual merit increases and bonus potential

Wide array of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, and maternity / parental leave

401k savings plan

Company-funded pension plan with vesting after 5 years of service

Career advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts

Company-paid relocation package

Nearly 300 days of sunshine every year and absolutely no snow!

What We’re Looking For :

As a Controls Engineer, you will assist in managing the installation and startup of equipment, systems, and software, from an electrical / controls perspective that is specific to Casa Grande plant processes. You will also help maintain and improve those processes and systems to keep the manufacturing facility as current and efficient as possible, especially regarding electrical and controls systems and software. You’ll be our ideal candidate if you enjoy developing and applying engineering theories, methods, and research techniques in the investigation and solution of complex technical problems with new technologies.

Your Technical Responsibilities :

Assist in the management of the controls and electrical portion of installation, commissioning, and validation of assigned equipment and processes during the startup of the Casa Grande facility

Analyze, evaluate, plan methods of approach, and organize a means to achieve solutions of complex technical problems

Provide technical support, as required, to ensure plant electrical and controls equipment are operating, optimized, and meet all applicable safety standards, including troubleshooting of down equipment as required

Maintain knowledge and understanding of equipment electrical controls and upgrade as needed

Help create and implement plans to mitigate any upgrades to equipment electrical controls

Assist in the Implementation of error proofing solutions that are integrated into the production line or manufacturing process control and / or electrical systems, such as the integration of cameras, laser sensors, in-process / post process gage systems, data collection, etc.

Research and evaluate new and existing processes, operations, and support systems for adaptation and / or improvements needed to manufacture Kohler and Sterling products to meet objectives and improve customer experience

Maintain proficiency in mechanical / electrical design, as needed, to evaluate and manage improvement projects

Provide support in the initiation, development, and implementation of continuous improvement projects in areas of responsibility in support of plant initiatives, objectives, and improvements

Conduct feasibility studies to ensure that implementation of recommended improvements would meet objectives with respect to safety, quality, market demands, competitive costs, and general financial criteria

Work with maintenance team to maintain and update spare parts strategy, recommended preventative maintenance and frequency, etc., for controls equipment

Skills / Requirements

What You’ll Need to Bring to the Table :

Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited engineering or engineering technology program

2+ years of experience in developing controls solutions

Experience creating and reading electrical schematic diagrams for manufacturing equipment required

Experience with PLC controllers and related products such as remote IO, VFD, Servo, etc. required

Experience using AutoCAD, preferably in electrical schematic design

Experience with Vision systems

Experience with fieldbus networks such as Ethernet / IP

Knowledge of safety and electrical standards

Knowledge of SQL database systems including queries and analysis

Knowledge of programming languages such as .NET / C#, Python, JavaScript, etc.

Must have a passion for continuous learning and development of new skills and knowledge

It’s a Plus if you Also Have :

Experience with Allen Bradley Logix 5000 platform

Experience creating or modifying HMI projects for manufacturing equipment using Ignition, Factory talk View or similar

Robotic experience

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Why Choose Kohler?

We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing, access to career growth and development opportunities, a diverse and inclusive workplace, and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30,000 bold leaders across the globe, we’re driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious, healthy, and sustainable lives.

About Us

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.