Controls Engineer

Controls EngineerCountry United States of America State / County West Virginia City Ravenswood Division Metals Company Ravenswood Function Engineering Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity ID 20839 Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit. PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth. In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp. Job DescriptionSummary The Controls Engineer is responsible for design working across engineering and maintenance groups to lead major automation capital projects up to $25M as well as to identify and prioritize critical controls projects, and assist with detailed project specifications that help guide the division and the plant towards controls upgrades for critical manufacturing equipment. Controls Engineer will engage a variety of engineering resources both internal and external, to execute projects on-time and within budget. working to help define controls systems strategy and standards at the Ravenwood site. Essential Functions Responsible for timely and on budget execution of Automation scope for projects at the site. Communicate with all levels of operations, engineering, and management. Propose and lead other projects at the site. Work and communicate effectively with a wide range of disciplines and management team Create and modify programs of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) to solve known issues Design and oversee implementation of new industrial control and safety rated electrical circuits Identify and propose solutions to electrical distribution and industrial control problems Plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of work for electrical projects Advise and assist facilities engineers on electrical aspects of facilities projects Provide expert technical advice on problems concerning industrial control systems Provide guidance to electrical engineers so that all work done complies with plant standards Maintain documentation of the plant's electrical distribution and industrial control systems A firm understanding of relational database structures and query languages An aptitude for translating complex, technical subjects into clear, business-oriented communication Maintain knowledge of the trends and technologies in data collection, management, data services and integrations Other duties as required by management Provide technical support and troubleshooting for equipment failures and loss of production. Assist maintenance and provide technical guidance required to return equipment to operation to minimize downtime and lost production. Travel as needed. Additional Responsibilities Experience preferred in an industrial plant setting Develop specifications for required hardware, software, and system communication wiring Requisition and purchase equipment and services Qualifications Competencies Expertise, knowledge and training in engineering and maintenance. Extensive knowledge and training in product manufacturing. General knowledge of manufacturing processes involved in manufacturing of forged or flat rolled metal products. Excellent interpersonal skills General traits such as action oriented, conflict manager, decision maker, comprehensive listener, time manager and positive attitude. Fulfill the roles of facilitator, coach, mentor, counselor and communicator. Computer skills and the ability to advance those skills as required Education and Experience 5+ Years of Controls-related Automation Experience B.S. or M.S. in electrical engineering or related field Formal training or experience with Preventive and Predictive Maintenance programs. Special Skills Adept at reading and creating electrical and control system drawings/documentation including line diagrams, P&ID diagrams, Ladder logic documentation. Experience with 2D drafting software such as AutoCad LT Experience programming Allen Bradley Logix PLCs or equivalent, Modicon Quantum PLCs or equivalent Experience in 480V and industrial control circuit design Thorough understanding of NFPA 70 (National Electric Code), ANSI/ISA Controls standards Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in closed loop control circuits Understanding of motion control systems including hydraulic and servo motion controls Advanced understanding of Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and other network configurations SQL, TSQL or PLSQL a plus VB.NET, VBAm C, Perl, Python General Software (MS Office Wonderware SAP Industrial Programing Data Management Statisctical Packages - Minitab, R Additional Notes Proof of US citizenship, nationality, and/or permanent resident status in order to comply with all applicable export and import laws and regulations. Physical Dimensions Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to work in an industrial surrounding. Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Industrial plants and Office All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce. Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.

Created: 2026-03-04