Manufacturing Controls Engineer

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Job Title: Controls Engineer

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

Company Overview: Aegis Worldwide has partnered with a top tier manufacturer in the Fort Wayne area and they are seeking a dynamic Controls Engineer to join our energetic and dedicated team. We specialize in producing innovative solutions and are committed to excellence in our operations.

Job Summary: The Controls Engineer will monitor, maintain, and improve control systems for production equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. This role requires technical expertise in both software and hardware systems, with a focus on supporting production operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor the performance of all control and administrative software systems for production equipment.
• Manage access control to production equipment controls and software.
• Establish and oversee timely back-up procedures for production equipment control programs.
• Implement software changes to meet production objectives.
• Review system capabilities and provide technical support for upgrades and improvements.
• Train and assist users of controls-related software.
• Evaluate and recommend improvements to control and computer systems.
• Assist in specifying hardware and software for new equipment purchases.
• Provide support to production as needed.

Qualifications and Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and Experience:

• Four (4) year Technical degree () with two (2) to four (4) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Technical Skills:

• Robots: Experience with ABB (S4C & IRC5 Controllers), Motoman (NX100, DX100, & DX200 Controllers), minimal experience with Fanuc and Kuka.
• PLCs: Proficiency in Allen Bradley PLCs (RSLogix 500 and Studio 5000) and Siemens PLCs (Step 7).
• Drives: Knowledge of Allen Bradley Power Flex, Indramat, Ormec, and Quantum III.
• Communication Protocols: Familiarity with EtherNet/IP, Profibus, and DeviceNet.
• Welding Experience: Understanding of MIG, Resistance, and HFI welding techniques.
• Networking: Extensive experience with TCP/IP networking.
• HMI Knowledge: Proficiency with Allen Bradley, Siemens, and Advantec HMIs.
• Programming Skills: Ability to work with Ladder Logic, Visual Basic, and C programming.

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