Electrical Controls Engineer

Company: Owens Corning Headquarters
Location: Fort Smith
Posted on: June 9, 2021

Job Description:

PURPOSE OF THE JOBJoin an organization that believes that every employee owns a piece of our bold growth goals and ultimate success. We are a market-leading innovator that has placed on the Fortune 500. Owens Corning is devoted to delivering sustainable solutions across our three business segments while striving to ensure our people and products make the world a better place. We take pride in having an inclusive and diverse workplace with employees around the globe. A holistic sense of community exists across our entire organization as our talent grows globally. We are a company that fully recognizes the importance of paving a path to a sustainable and safe enterprise through investing in our people. Our desire to make an impactful difference in the world flows from top down to all levels of the organization. By being a company that instills pride within each employee, we aspire to build market-leading businesses; global in scope - human in scale.The Owens Corning - Fort Smith Plant is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer. This position contributes to the success of the Fort Smith plant by providing controls, network, and automation support for the plant. Automation/ Engineer will also lead automation capital projects for the site, achieving stated results on time and within budget. In addition, this position will be part of and help lead TPM continuous improvement efforts through the Early Management pillar as well as supporting the operations department Autonomous Maintenance teams. The primary accountabilities of this position are ensuring the safe operation of the Fort Smith Plant manufacturing assets.Reports to: Maintenance and Reliability LeaderSpan of Control: External Reliability ResourcesJOB RESPONSIBILITIESProvide electrical, controls and automation support to Automation projects, plant process, packaging and utility operationsSupport Plant Maintenance and Operations teams in system and equipment troubleshooting and in technology transferReliability Champion for Motor Circuit Analysis and Thermography PdM programs.Assist Corporate Engineering and Plant engineering with Automation projectsLead Automation capital projects for the facilityProvide technical support to all operating and maintenance departments to help trouble shoot and diagnose issues related to PLC and HMI programs.Train maintenance technicians and operators on new technology to allow proper maintenance and trouble shootingEnhance maintenance processes through equipment and systems analysis to identify opportunities for equipment or process modification, equipment replacement, or application of new technologyActively develop and implement cost savings initiatives involving waste minimization, productivity improvements and other process optimization opportunities through an active partnership with the site's maintenance and operation teamsSupport Break Down Analysis process and create One Point Lessons to support knowledge transferDevelop, implement and monitor automation and control strategies and system architecture for the facility. To review designs by others, and to ensure adherence to strategies and Owens Corning specificationsFollow and enforce all safety rules, regulations, procedures, training, and initiativesSupport and adhere to Reliability Work Process (RWP).Support and lead Plant TPM Initiatives and ProjectsEnsure adherence to management of change process.JOB REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Strong safety awareness, commitment, and safety leadershipBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent training, knowledge, and experienceFive years automation and control engineering experience in a plant, corporate engineering or related experience in a manufacturing environmentElectrical and Controls Design Engineering experienceProject scheduling skillsDeveloper (mentor, coach, guide)General knowledge of control systems and designGeneral knowledge of TPM and maintenance processesStrong knowledge of PLC based controls and HMI applications (Siemens & Allen-Bradley)Knowledge of practical application of OSHA, NFPA, and ANSI standardsLeadership (effectively present information/respond to customers)Values (integrity, accountability, candor and innovation)Communicator (explainer, good listener)Must have strong troubleshooting skillsStrategist (well organized, prioritizes)AC and DC motor and drive systems, Siemens and Allen-BradleyWillingness to work nights, weekends, or holidays when operating situations require.PREFERREDEXPERIENCE:Equipment evaluation and selection experienceKnowledgeable in process controls and facility electrical distributionStrong programming and troubleshooting of control systems.Ability to influence without authority.Data Historian experience (Ignition and/or IP21 platforms)Upgrading control systems (PLC's and HMI's) to current technologiesWorking Knowledge of Wonderware480v-24v CircuitsTPM training or exposure is desirable.About Owens CorningOwens Corning is a global building and industrial materials leader. The company's three integrated businesses are dedicated to the manufacture and advancement of a broad range of insulation, roofing and fiberglass composite materials. Leveraging the talents of 19,000 employees in 33 countries, Owens Corning provides innovative products and sustainable solutions that address energy efficiency, product safety, renewable energy, durable infrastructure, and labor productivity. These solutions provide a material difference to the company's customers and make the world a better place. Based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, the company posted 2020 sales of $7.1 billion. Founded in 1938, it has been a Fortune 500 company for 66 consecutive years. For more information, please visit .Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.Please note: Applications must be filled out completely-incomplete applications will not be considered. Resumes are welcome, but are not a substitute for completing the application.

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