Tenneco has recently acquired Federal-Mogul. The strategic combination of Tenneco’s Ride Performance business with Federal-Mogul’s Motorparts business will establish a global aftermarket leader with an impressive portfolio of some of the strongest brands in the aftermarket including Monroe®, Walker®, Wagner®, Champion®, Fel-Pro® and MOOG®. The company’s broader aftermarket product coverage, stronger distribution channels, and enhanced channel development will strengthen its position in established and high growth markets (China and India), and drive success through new mobility models and capturing evolving e-commerce opportunities.
We are looking for an experienced Senior Controls Engineer to join our Kettering, OH manufacturing facility. This person will be responsible for the management and execution of engineering activities related to automation solutions for production and/or facility equipment. This person will provide operational support, complex troubleshooting, and optimization for automation equipment. The person in this role will apply advanced engineering principles to the design and implementation of new equipment. This person will report to the Focus Factory Manager and will become a valued member of our manufacturing team therefore, opportunities for advancement are strong.
The team is ready to act immediately on those candidates who are the best fit for the role. You’ll first hear from someone in Talent Acquisition to schedule a phone screen, and then the next step will be a personal interview with our hiring manager. We pride ourselves on moving through processes quickly, and you can be sure of transparency and prompt communication throughout.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support the design, specification, installation, startup and validation of process control systems, electrical systems and instrumentation for capital and upgrade projects.
- Direct more complex group projects - identify, propose and champion creative and constructive solutions articulating the business value created. Responsible for project management on new automation projects.
- Research new technologies and procedures relative to automation and controls that could be utilized to improve the business and processes.
- Analyze, compare and select equipment best suited for various applications.
- Coordinate with Operations to identify requirements for process controls, develop control strategies and implement.
- Troubleshoot control and instrumentation systems to resolve complex equipment issues.
- Provide engineering expertise and technical guidance to maintenance to perform repairs, design changes, or other corrections as a result of troubleshooting or performance evaluation.
- Develop preventative maintenance and additional procedures in support of systems and instruments installed.
Required Skills
Required Experience
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; Controls engineering preferred
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
- 6+ years of experience in all areas of process control systems encompassing instrumentation, automated control, and electrical distribution, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in programming/troubleshooting Machine Control Systems (PLCs).
- Experience with Allen-Bradley, Modicon, and Siemens S7 PLCs is preferred.
- Demonstrated successful communication and negotiation skills in order to manage conflicting and/or multiple demands, including ability to present to various levels within an organization.
- Demonstrated ability to apply analytical skills to identify problems; recognizes symptoms, causes, and alternate solutions and makes timely sound decisions even under risk and uncertainty.
- Strong Project Management skills coupled with the ability to effectively manage and partner with subordinates, contractors and vendors