Automation Control Engineer

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$130,000.00 / yr - $150,000.00 / yr

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Senior Vice President of Operations at MAC Incorporated

MUST HAVE INJECTION BLOW MOLD EXPERIENCE FOR THIS ROLE OR YOU WILL NOT BE QUALIFIED.

AUTOMATION CONTROLS ENGINEER OPENING IN ARLINGTON TX WITH A LARGE MANUFACTURING PLANT.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WITH AT LEAST 3-5 YEARS EXPERIENCE WITH INJECTION, BLOW MOLDING, OR EXTRUSION AND ALSO SOMEONE WITH A BA'S ENGINEERING DEGREE.

LOOKING FOR A STRONG CONTROLS ENGINEER THAT WILL BE HANDS-ON AS WELL ON THE FLOOR.

24 / 5 OPERATION 400-500 EMPLOYEES AT THE PLANT

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to maintenance technicians for diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electrical, and control system issues.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex problems involving PLCs, robotics, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
• Ensure maintenance teams are equipped with the tools, training, and resources needed for efficient operations.
• Design, develop, and implement automation systems including robotics, PLCs, HMIs, and machine vision technologies.
• Develop and maintain an automation roadmap aligned with plant goals.
• Evaluate and select automation hardware / software; conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses.
• Develop and monitor preventive and predictive maintenance programs using CMMS and data analytics tools.
• Lead efforts to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and address warranty issues.
• Support the use of predictive maintenance technologies to enhance uptime.
• Lead installation, commissioning, and upgrades of new and existing equipment.
• Write Capital Equipment Requests (CERs) and manage project timelines and budgets.
• Coordinate with vendors and travel for equipment inspections, runoffs, and training.
• Participate in daily production meetings and equipment walk-arounds.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and drive process improvements.
• Align automation strategies with business goals using data-driven insights.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, training materials, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate off-site and on-site training for maintenance technicians.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding processes for technical staff.

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Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk and listen.

Work Environment

Our facility operates with machinery that can be loud and requires ear protection and eye protection. The manufacturing environment can be fast-paced and physically demanding, with exposure to various materials and processes that may result in a dirty workspace. We prioritize safety and cleanliness, providing all necessary protective gear and maintaining strict hygiene standards. Despite the challenging conditions, we foster a collaborative and supportive atmosphere where teamwork and professional growth are highly valued.

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