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The Controls Automation Engineer designs and supports control systems for manufacturing and process automation at PPG’s Oak Creek facility. The role includes PLC and related system development, commissioning, troubleshooting, modernization, and project leadership. It works directly on-site and collaborates with production teams, vendors, contractors, and engineering personnel to support safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS: As a Controls & Automation Engineer, you will design control system architectures, programming and troubleshooting PLCs, integrating automation technologies, and supporting the reliable operation of manufacturing equipment and processes. You will improve through automation enhancements, system modernization, and project leadership while collaborating with production teams, vendors, and contractors to improve safety, efficiency, and plant performance. Reporting directly to the Senior Manager of Mechanical Engineering, you will work directly on-site at our Oak Creek facility. PPG Offers Excellent Benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, additional retirement benefits, continuing education, and growth opportunities! Responsibilities: Design, program, integrate, and maintain control systems for manufacturing and process automation applications. Develop and troubleshoot PLC, HMI, VFD, sensor, actuator, and industrial network systems to support safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Lead commissioning, startup, validation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives to minimize downtime and improve productivity, reliability, and safety. Maintain control system documentation, including electrical schematics, panel layouts, bills of materials, and Management of Change (MOC) documentation. Lead modernization and technology upgrade initiatives for legacy automation systems. Manage controls and automation projects from concept through implementation, coordinating resources, contractors, vendors, production teams, and engineering personnel. Ensure automation systems meet applicable electrical, safety, and industry standards. Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to engineers and technical team members. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a relted field required, with 5+ years of experience in industrial... For full info follow application link. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [email protected]. Pay Transparency poster: https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp\_ English_formattedESQA508c.pdf EEO is the Law: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated\_files/employers/eeoc\_self\_print\_poster.pdf EEO is the Law Supplement: http://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated\_files/employers/eeoc\_gina\_supplement.pdf ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/32562365A6DC4F89
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