Senior Controls Engineer

Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!

We are hiring a Senior Controls Engineer!

About Charter Aarrowcast

Charter Aarrowcast is a leading provider of innovative cast metal solutions. Charter Aarrowcast produces ductile and gray iron castings for customers in various industries. From government and defense customers to agricultural and heavy truck equipment manufacturers, and an array of companies who need pumps, valves and compressors, Charter Aarrowcast is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies.

Job Summary

The Senior Controls Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining systems that support both hardware and software aspects of motion control, SCADA, and automation projects. This role will collaborate closely with the maintenance and operations teams to enhance safety protocols, minimize downtime, and drive business advancement through modernization and digitization initiatives.

Job Details Location: Shawano WI (relocation benefits within the US available)

Schedule: Onsite, First shift

Travel: Up to 5%

Key Responsibilities

Solve complex control engineering challenges and program using various styles (e.g., ladder logic, structured text)

Communicate design standards, implementation strategies, and best practices to partners

Maintain proper documentation of technology platforms and collaborate with teams to reduce downtime

Design, select, manage, program, and commission automation equipment to improve systems

Implement Advanced Process Control Systems and debug PLC programs; interface control systems with HMI, MES, and SQL database systems

Identify opportunities to enhance safety, reduce costs, increase efficiency, and improve quality

Mentor and train others to improve safety, reduce downtime, and expand off-hour support resources

Assist in troubleshooting when issues are escalated

What You Will Need

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) or commensurate experience

Five plus years of professional experience with automation and control systems design

High level of proficiency working with PLC Hardware, PLC programming, automation controls, and Control Systems

Ability to contribute on large scale projects.

Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, National Electric code, UL508A)

Knowledge of Safety standards (ANSI B11/RIA 15, OSHA)

Good working knowledge of CAD for updating and creating electrical drawings

Applicable knowledge of HMI and programming languages

US Citizen or Green Card Holder

“Nice To Have” Experience

Experience with multiple PLC languages

Experience in Power Systems and Power Electronics.

Proficiency programming and tuning variable frequency drives

Steel plant or similar industrial experience

Experience in fast-paced iterative design and manufacturing environments

Knowledge of Industrial Ethernet networks, Wireless Networks, and field bus networking.

Experience with motion control systems consisting of motors, drives, and encoders

Knowledge of cyber-security protocols and methods to ensure systems are secure and protected

Why do Charter Engineers work here?

Our family culture fosters positive personal connections, and you'll have opportunities for career advancement through classes and training. Employees appreciate working on meaningful projects that push their critical thinking and benefit from innovation fueled by continual reinvestment.

Join us to tailor your career path and make a significant impact. Apply today!

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We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing. Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).