Manager Controls EngineerCharlotte, NC, US, 28211

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Job OverviewThe Controls Engineer Manager is responsible for directing and providing strategic controls implementation guidance to multiple CCCI Production and Automated Warehouse Locations. The Controls Engineer Manager is responsible for establishing and implementing CCCI standardized best Engineering Controls practices including but not limited to processes that ensure optimal machine performance, overall system efficiency continuous improvement, and productivity gains through advancements in controls logic and available network enhancements. In addition, this role will partner with the CCCI IT team to ensure all Cyber Security requirements are being followed to include VPN access security standards. The Controls Engineer Manager validates all controls programming practices are consistent from location to location; supervises the identification, evaluation, and selective implementation of control solutions; leads the company-wide effort to explore, define, and implement new control practices and control processes within all areas related to automated warehousing systems. This position provides direct support to the various facilities with strategic level project initiatives, local training, and system troubleshooting support.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesServes as both a technical expert and a leader within the company and leads by influence and expertise

Develops high-level control strategies for all automated equipment in our Warehouse and Manufacturing Facilities

Develops a control strategy for automated warehouse picking systems to include package sorting, release, delivery, palletization, and stretch wrap

Assists with the design and development of control systems for new equipment and systems

Establishes an overarching Controls philosophy and logic for all equipment systems within the company by establishing coding rules and controls procedures for specific types of manufacturing cells and documenting these practices to ensure standardization

Troubleshoots, tests, repairs control systems and assists and provides control logic guidance and training to plant Maintenance Managers

Supervises educates and trains plant-level control engineers while maintaining expertise within the Controls Engineer field; stay abreast of new technology, emerging software code, and new equipment

Develops, implements, and supports data-driven initiatives to collect, analyze, and leverage automated system performance metrics, enabling improved operational visibility, performance optimization, and informed decision-making across stakeholders.

Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesHigh degree of professionalism

Thorough knowledge of and a high skill level programming of motion systems, PLCs, and associated Controls systems

Knowledge and familiarity with Allen Bradley and RS View are a plus

Ability to understand and properly influence decisions of senior management

Ability to influence the decision-making of peers

Knowledge of controls systems development methodology

Detailed and structured thought process

Ability to interact and communicate with all levels in the organization with strong presentation skills

Negotiation and facilitating skills

Advanced PLC programming skills

Leads by accomplishment and example. Promotes a good working relationship with supervisors, co-workers, and staff

Proactive in nature, actively participates, and is self-motivated

Encourages and motivates others

Continually demonstrates a level of integrity and professional demeanor in keeping with the company's mission and values

Excellent planning and organizational skills

Excellent analytical problem-solving skills

Experience with Capital planning and budgeting is a plus

Experience working in SAP is a plus

Proven ability to work in a cross-functional team environment

Clearly communicates complex concepts with all levels of the organization

Travel 50% - 70%

Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree (4 years)

Driver's license required

Preferred QualificationsKnowledge acquired through 5 to up to 7 years of work experience

Electrical Engineering or Controls preferred

5 years of experience as a controls engineer working with automated warehousing

Continuous flow conveyor style systems are a plus

AB or Rockwell Automation documented training courses or certifications are a plus

Experience with IT/OT data exchange in automated system environments

Work EnvironmentOffice environment

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